Government Relations

Director of Government Relations

Salary figures from 131 postings that disclosed salary (of 228 analyzed), posted in the last 12 months

The median salary for a Director of Government Relations is $169,649 per year, with salaries ranging from $100,000 at the 10th percentile to $229,000 at the 90th percentile, based on 131 postings that disclosed salary (of 228 analyzed). Key skills sought in these roles include stakeholder relationship management, government relations strategy, and strong written and verbal communication.

Figures last changed: October 2026

Median

$169,649

10th Percentile

$100,000

90th Percentile

$229,000

Salary Disclosures

131

of 228 postings analyzed

Director of Government Relations Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$100,000Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$169,649Typical salary
90th Percentile$229,000Senior / top earners

Based on 131 job postings with salary data

Skills for Director of Government Relations

Stakeholder relationship managementGovernment relationsGovernment RelationsGovernment relations strategyWritten and verbal communicationLegislative advocacyCoalition buildingStakeholder engagementStrategic planningPolicy analysis

Common Employers Hiring Director of Government Relations

  • Honeywell6 positions
  • Texas Instruments5 positions
  • Ecolab4 positions
  • Fermilab4 positions
  • Progress Residential4 positions

Top Locations for Director of Government Relations

Washington, DCUnited StatesAtlanta, GAAustin, TXColumbus, OH

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Figures from 131 postings that disclosed salary (of 228 analyzed) on Daybook.com · First published 2026-09-22 · Figures last changed October 2026 · How we compute this