Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in Richmond, VA
Pay for regulatory affairs specialists in the Richmond area centers on $35.50 per hour, or about $73,850 a year. The lower quarter earns under $28.67 and the upper quarter over $45.58. That ranks 145th of 383 U.S. metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay, and 147th of 339 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Richmond.
- $35.50median pay per hour, Richmond
- $29–$46typical range per hour
- 2,490employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in Richmond, VA
The metro median is 9% below the Virginia statewide median of $38.94 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.70 per hour. BLS counts about 2,490 compliance officers employed in the Richmond metro area, 3.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.48).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.02 | $47,880 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.67 | $59,630 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $35.50 | $73,850 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $45.58 | $94,810 | 21% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $55.34 | $115,110 | 47% above U.S. median |
How Richmond ranks
- 145th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 147th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 8 Virginia 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 Richmond
- Overall prices in Richmond run 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 1% below the U.S. average (index 99.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $35.50 median hour buys what $36.28 buys at the national price level, 4% below 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: $63,900
- Per month: $5,325
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Richmond metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport News, VA | 61 mi | $36.02/hr | 183,056 |
| Hampton, VA | 73 mi | $36.02/hr | 137,596 |
| Suffolk, VA | 74 mi | $36.02/hr | 103,105 |
| Portsmouth, VA | 77 mi | $36.02/hr | 96,482 |
| Norfolk, VA | 80 mi | $36.02/hr | 231,105 |
| Chesapeake, VA | 87 mi | $36.02/hr | 254,997 |
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What employers ask for, and tax basics in Virginia
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
Virginia 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 Richmond, VA?
Regulatory Affairs Specialists in the Richmond metro area have a median pay of $35.50 per hour, about $73,850 a year. The middle half earn between $28.67 and $45.58 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Richmond a good place for regulatory affairs specialists once cost of living is counted?
Richmond ranks 147th of 339 metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 145th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Virginia license to work in Richmond as a regulatory affairs specialist?
Bachelor’s degree in a science or related field. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia 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 Richmond?
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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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