Public Policy

Senior Policy Advisor

Salary data based on 14 job postings

"The median salary for a Senior Policy Advisor in the Public Policy field is $140,000 per year, with salaries ranging from $78,998 at the 10th percentile to $152,250 at the 90th percentile based on 8 job postings. Key skills required for this role include project management, policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and strong written and oral communication."

Last updated: February 2026

Median

$140,000

10th Percentile

$78,998

90th Percentile

$152,250

Sample Size

8

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Senior Policy Advisor Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$78,998Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$140,000Typical salary
90th Percentile$152,250Senior / top earners

Based on 8 job postings with salary data

Skills for Senior Policy Advisor

Project managementPolicy analysisStakeholder engagementWritten and oral communicationTechnical writingExecutive supportMicrosoft Office proficiencyStakeholder engagement and collaborationPolicy development and analysisStrategic planning

Common Employers Hiring Senior Policy Advisor

  • Searchlight Institute2 positions
  • Georgetown University2 positions
  • WGU1 positions
  • City of Richmond, Virginia1 positions
  • Harris County1 positions

Top Locations for Senior Policy Advisor

Washington, DC3800 RESERVOIR RD, Washington, DC 20007Salt Lake City, Utah, United StatesRichmond, VAHouston, TX

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Data extracted from 14 job postings on Daybook.com ยท Last updated February 2026