Government Relations

Director of Government Affairs

Salary data based on 152 job postings

"The median salary for a Director of Government Affairs is $170,000 per year, with salaries ranging from $106,902 at the 10th percentile to $253,300 at the 90th percentile based on 92 job postings. Key skills for this role include stakeholder relationship management, government relations, strategic communication, and coalition building."

Last updated: February 2026

Median

$170,000

10th Percentile

$106,902

90th Percentile

$253,300

Sample Size

92

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Director of Government Affairs Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$106,902Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$170,000Typical salary
90th Percentile$253,300Senior / top earners

Based on 92 job postings with salary data

Skills for Director of Government Affairs

Stakeholder relationship managementGovernment relationsWritten and verbal communicationStrategic communicationCoalition buildingLegislative advocacyPolicy analysisStakeholder engagementStrategic planningGovernment affairs strategy

Common Employers Hiring Director of Government Affairs

  • The Clorox Company5 positions
  • Bunge5 positions
  • Spotify5 positions
  • AvalonBay Communities4 positions
  • Cato Institute3 positions

Top Locations for Director of Government Affairs

Washington, DCUnited StatesWashington, DC, USAArlington, VAWashington DC-Baltimore Area

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Data extracted from 152 job postings on Daybook.com ยท Last updated February 2026