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Government Relations Director

Salary data based on 52 job postings

"The median salary for a Government Relations Director is $120,000 per year, with salaries ranging from $86,000 at the 10th percentile to $208,625 at the 90th percentile based on 31 job postings. Key skills required for this role include stakeholder relationship management, legislative advocacy, coalition building, and strong written and oral communication."

Last updated: February 2026

Median

$120,000

10th Percentile

$86,000

90th Percentile

$208,625

Sample Size

31

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Government Relations Director Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$86,000Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$120,000Typical salary
90th Percentile$208,625Senior / top earners

Based on 31 job postings with salary data

Skills for Government Relations Director

Stakeholder relationship managementGovernment relationsWritten and oral communicationCoalition buildingLegislative advocacyProject managementWritten and verbal communicationStrategic planningGovernment relations strategyBusiness development

Common Employers Hiring Government Relations Director

  • Elevance Health4 positions
  • Alzheimer's Association3 positions
  • Alzheimer's Association®3 positions
  • USAA2 positions
  • GT Independence2 positions

Top Locations for Government Relations Director

Washington, DCAtlanta, GANashville, TNUnited StatesSalt Lake City, UT

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Data extracted from 52 job postings on Daybook.com · Last updated February 2026