Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in Cranston, RI
Regulatory Affairs Specialists in the Cranston area earn a median of $38.83 per hour, about $80,760 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $30.85 and $49.87. That ranks 63rd of 383 U.S. metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay, and 103rd of 339 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Cranston.
- $38.83median pay per hour, Providence
- $31–$50typical range per hour
- 1,290employed in the metro area
- 102cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in Cranston, RI
The metro median is 3% below the Rhode Island statewide median of $40.00 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.70 per hour. BLS counts about 1,290 compliance officers employed in the Providence-Warwick metro area, 1.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.71).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.84 | $53,750 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.85 | $64,170 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.83 | $80,760 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.87 | $103,730 | 32% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $60.97 | $126,820 | 62% above U.S. median |
How Cranston ranks
- 63rd of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 103rd of 339 after adjusting for local prices
BLS does not publish a separate figure for regulatory affairs specialist. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Compliance Officers.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Compliance Officers (SOC 13-1041), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Cranston
- Overall prices in Providence-Warwick run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.83 median hour buys what $38.15 buys at the national price level, 1% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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- Per year: $69,894
- Per month: $5,824
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Providence-Warwick metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence, RI | 5 mi | $38.83/hr | 194,706 |
| Warwick, RI | 6 mi | $38.83/hr | 83,554 |
| Brockton, MA | 32 mi | $46.29/hr | 105,788 |
| Framingham, MA | 37 mi | $46.29/hr | 73,361 |
| Worcester, MA | 38 mi | $39.17/hr | 211,286 |
| Weymouth Town, MA | 41 mi | $46.29/hr | 60,159 |
Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in Rhode Island · Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Rhode Island
Regulatory affairs specialists prepare and manage submissions and keep products compliant with agency rules.
- Bachelor’s degree in a science or related field
- Knowledge of FDA and international requirements; RAC is a plus
- Technical writing and documentation skills
Rhode Island taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do regulatory affairs specialists make in Cranston, RI?
Regulatory Affairs Specialists in the Providence-Warwick metro area have a median pay of $38.83 per hour, about $80,760 a year. The middle half earn between $30.85 and $49.87 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Cranston a good place for regulatory affairs specialists once cost of living is counted?
Providence-Warwick ranks 103rd of 339 metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 63rd of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Do I need a Rhode Island license to work in Cranston as a regulatory affairs specialist?
Bachelor’s degree in a science or related field. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Rhode Island requires for your role with the Rhode Island licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place regulatory affairs specialists in Cranston?
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- MerckNorth Wales, PA · 1 posting$72.40/ hr$56–$89
- Johnson & JohnsonRaritan, NJ · 1 posting$57.78/ hr$44–$71
- Capital Health SystemPennington, NJ · 1 posting$52.58/ hr$45–$60
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 1 posting$49.72/ hr$40–$60
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