Government Relations

Director of Government Relations

Salary data based on 218 job postings

"The median salary for a Director of Government Relations is $170,000 per year, with salaries ranging from $97,500 at the 10th percentile to $229,434 at the 90th percentile based on 131 job postings. Key skills for this role include stakeholder relationship management, government relations strategy, and strong written and verbal communication."

Last updated: August 2026

Median

$170,000

10th Percentile

$97,500

90th Percentile

$229,434

Sample Size

131

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Director of Government Relations Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$97,500Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$170,000Typical salary
90th Percentile$229,434Senior / 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 advocacyStrategic planningCoalition buildingStakeholder engagementStrategic communication

Common Employers Hiring Director of Government Relations

  • Honeywell6 positions
  • Ecolab4 positions
  • Progress Residential4 positions
  • Fermilab4 positions
  • Lake George Association, Inc.3 positions

Top Locations for Director of Government Relations

Washington, DCWashington, District of Columbia, United StatesUnited StatesAtlanta, GAWashington DC-Baltimore Area

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Data extracted from 218 job postings on Daybook.com · Last updated August 2026