Public Policy

Policy Manager

Salary data based on 39 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 27 job postings. Key skills required for this role include policy analysis, project management, stakeholder engagement, government relations, and legislative advocacy."

Last updated: March 2026

Median

$82,500

10th Percentile

$62,500

90th Percentile

$197,500

Sample Size

27

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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 27 job postings with salary data

Skills for Policy Manager

Project managementStakeholder engagementGovernment relationsLegislative advocacyPolicy analysisStakeholder relationship managementWritten and verbal communicationStrategic planningLobbyingWritten communication

Common Employers Hiring Policy Manager

  • Airbnb3 positions
  • American Farmland Trust2 positions
  • Illinois Environmental Council2 positions
  • Affordable Housing Tax Credit Coalition2 positions
  • American Humanist Association2 positions

Top Locations for Policy Manager

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

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Data extracted from 39 job postings on Daybook.com ยท Last updated March 2026