Public Affairs

Director of Public Affairs

Salary data based on 82 job postings

"The median salary for a Director of Public Affairs is $153,000 per year, with salaries ranging from $75,000 at the 10th percentile to $229,750 at the 90th percentile based on 48 job postings. Key skills required for this role include Media Relations, Government Relations, Strategic Communications, and Project Management."

Last updated: August 2026

Median

$153,000

10th Percentile

$75,000

90th Percentile

$229,750

Sample Size

48

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Director of Public Affairs Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$75,000Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$153,000Typical salary
90th Percentile$229,750Senior / top earners

Based on 48 job postings with salary data

Skills for Director of Public Affairs

Media RelationsGovernment relationsProject managementMedia relationsStrategic CommunicationsGovernment RelationsStakeholder EngagementPublic Affairs StrategyStakeholder relationship managementStrategic communications

Common Employers Hiring Director of Public Affairs

  • Barnard College3 positions
  • Oscar Health3 positions
  • City and County of San Francisco3 positions
  • RAILROAD COMMISSION OF TEXAS3 positions
  • The Energy Foundation3 positions

Top Locations for Director of Public Affairs

Washington, DCLos Angeles, CAWashington, District of Columbia, United StatesUnited StatesSan Francisco, California, United States

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Data extracted from 82 job postings on Daybook.com · Last updated August 2026