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Government Affairs Specialist

Salary data based on 40 job postings

"The median salary for a Government Affairs Specialist is $78,600 per year, with salaries ranging from $60,000 at the 10th percentile to $124,800 at the 90th percentile based on 21 job postings. Key skills required for this role include government relations, policy analysis, project management, and strong written and verbal communication abilities."

Last updated: March 2026

Median

$78,600

10th Percentile

$60,000

90th Percentile

$124,800

Sample Size

21

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Government Affairs Specialist Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$60,000Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$78,600Typical salary
90th Percentile$124,800Senior / top earners

Based on 21 job postings with salary data

Skills for Government Affairs Specialist

Written communicationWritten and verbal communicationGovernment relationsProject managementPolicy analysisGovernment affairsStakeholder relationship managementMicrosoft Office Suite proficiencyDocument preparation and proofreadingLegislative analysis and monitoring

Common Employers Hiring Government Affairs Specialist

  • AAA NCNU3 positions
  • Spectrum3 positions
  • Warner Norcross & Judd LLP3 positions
  • UHS2 positions
  • Mission Rock Residential, LLC2 positions

Top Locations for Government Affairs Specialist

Washington, DC120 North Washington Square, Lansing, MI 48933 Washington, DCUnited StatesWashington, DC 20001

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Data extracted from 40 job postings on Daybook.com ยท Last updated March 2026