Public Policy

Policy Manager

Salary data based on 38 job postings

"The median salary for a Policy Manager in the Public Policy field is $82,500 per year, with salaries ranging from $62,500 at the 10th percentile to $197,500 at the 90th percentile based on 26 job postings. Key skills required for this role include project management, stakeholder engagement, government relations, legislative advocacy, and strong written and verbal communication."

Last updated: February 2026

Median

$82,500

10th Percentile

$62,500

90th Percentile

$197,500

Sample Size

26

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Policy Manager Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$62,500Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$82,500Typical salary
90th Percentile$197,500Senior / top earners

Based on 26 job postings with salary data

Skills for Policy Manager

Project managementStakeholder engagementGovernment relationsLegislative advocacyWritten and verbal communicationPolicy analysisStakeholder relationship managementStrategic planningLobbyingPolicy research and analysis

Common Employers Hiring Policy Manager

  • Airbnb3 positions
  • American Farmland Trust2 positions
  • Illinois Environmental Council2 positions
  • American Humanist Association2 positions
  • Isometric2 positions

Top Locations for Policy Manager

Washington, DCNorth Carolina, United StatesChicago, ILUnited StatesSan Bruno, CA

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Data extracted from 38 job postings on Daybook.com ยท Last updated February 2026