Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in Greenville, SC
Regulatory Affairs Specialists in the Greenville area earn a median of $35.03 per hour, about $72,860 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $28.01 and $44.92. That ranks 159th of 383 U.S. metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay, and 120th of 339 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Greenville.
- $35.03median pay per hour, Greenville
- $28–$45typical range per hour
- 700employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in Greenville, SC
The metro median is 4% below the South Carolina statewide median of $36.64 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.70 per hour. BLS counts about 700 compliance officers employed in the Greenville-Anderson-Greer metro area, 1.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.64).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.49 | $44,700 | 43% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.01 | $58,260 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Median | $35.03 | $72,860 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $44.92 | $93,430 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $54.78 | $113,940 | 45% above U.S. median |
How Greenville ranks
- 159th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 120th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 8 South Carolina metro areas
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 Greenville
- Overall prices in Greenville-Anderson-Greer run 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 76.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $35.03 median hour buys what $37.56 buys at the national price level, in line with 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: $63,054
- Per month: $5,254
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Greenville-Anderson-Greer metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asheville, NC | 52 mi | $32.19/hr | 94,992 |
| Gastonia, NC | 72 mi | $40.79/hr | 85,535 |
| Rock Hill, SC | 76 mi | $40.79/hr | 75,798 |
| Athens, GA | 84 mi | $27.52/hr | 128,691 |
| Charlotte, NC | 90 mi | $40.79/hr | 943,476 |
| Huntersville, NC | 93 mi | $40.79/hr | 67,087 |
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What employers ask for, and tax basics in South Carolina
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
South Carolina 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 Greenville, SC?
Regulatory Affairs Specialists in the Greenville-Anderson-Greer metro area have a median pay of $35.03 per hour, about $72,860 a year. The middle half earn between $28.01 and $44.92 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Greenville a good place for regulatory affairs specialists once cost of living is counted?
Greenville-Anderson-Greer ranks 120th of 339 metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 159th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a South Carolina license to work in Greenville as a regulatory affairs specialist?
Bachelor’s degree in a science or related field. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what South Carolina requires for your role with the South Carolina 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 Greenville?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Greenville and across South Carolina. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Greenville.
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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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