Government Relations

Director, Government Affairs

Salary data based on 70 job postings

"The median salary for a Director, Government Affairs is $193,500 per year, with salaries ranging from $140,000 at the 10th percentile to $251,275 at the 90th percentile, based on 52 job postings. Key skills for this role include stakeholder relationship management, legislative advocacy, government affairs strategy, and strong written and verbal communication."

Last updated: August 2026

Median

$193,500

10th Percentile

$140,000

90th Percentile

$251,275

Sample Size

52

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Director, Government Affairs Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$140,000Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$193,500Typical salary
90th Percentile$251,275Senior / top earners

Based on 52 job postings with salary data

Skills for Director, Government Affairs

Stakeholder relationship managementWritten and verbal communicationGovernment affairs strategyLegislative advocacyStakeholder engagementCongressional relationsStakeholder Relationship ManagementProject managementCongressional engagementLegislative and regulatory analysis

Common Employers Hiring Director, Government Affairs

  • AbbVie4 positions
  • Ezee Fiber3 positions
  • Invenergy3 positions
  • Cloud Software Group3 positions
  • Cohesity3 positions

Top Locations for Director, Government Affairs

Washington, DCUnited StatesWashington, District of Columbia, United StatesArlington, VANew York, NY

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Data extracted from 70 job postings on Daybook.com · Last updated August 2026