Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in Eau Claire, WI
Regulatory Affairs Specialists in the Eau Claire area earn a median of $35.88 per hour, about $74,630 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $29.78 and $42.81. That ranks 129th of 383 U.S. metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay, and 87th of 339 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Eau Claire.
- $35.88median pay per hour, Eau Claire
- $30–$43typical range per hour
- 120employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in Eau Claire, WI
The metro median is 2% below the Wisconsin statewide median of $36.43 per hour. Nationally the median is $37.70 per hour. BLS counts about 120 compliance officers employed in the Eau Claire metro area, 1.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.57).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.42 | $52,870 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.78 | $61,940 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Median | $35.88 | $74,630 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $42.81 | $89,040 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $52.10 | $108,370 | 38% above U.S. median |
How Eau Claire ranks
- 129th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 87th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 9th of 12 Wisconsin 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 Eau Claire
- Overall prices in Eau Claire run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 27% below the U.S. average (index 72.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $35.88 median hour buys what $38.67 buys at the national price level, 3% 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: $64,584
- Per month: $5,382
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Eau Claire metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Crosse, WI | 70 mi | $37.47/hr | 51,049 |
| Woodbury, MN | 70 mi | $43.23/hr | 80,596 |
| Rochester, MN | 74 mi | $37.65/hr | 123,624 |
| St. Paul, MN | 79 mi | $43.23/hr | 307,465 |
| Eagan, MN | 82 mi | $43.23/hr | 67,240 |
| Apple Valley, MN | 84 mi | $43.23/hr | 55,272 |
Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in Wisconsin · Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Wisconsin
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
Wisconsin 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 Eau Claire, WI?
Regulatory Affairs Specialists in the Eau Claire metro area have a median pay of $35.88 per hour, about $74,630 a year. The middle half earn between $29.78 and $42.81 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Eau Claire a good place for regulatory affairs specialists once cost of living is counted?
Eau Claire ranks 87th of 339 metro areas for regulatory affairs specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 129th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in Eau Claire as a regulatory affairs specialist?
Bachelor’s degree in a science or related field. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin 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 Eau Claire?
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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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