Public Policy

Senior Policy Analyst

Salary data based on 70 job postings

"The median salary for a Senior Policy Analyst in Public Policy is $102,500 per year, with salaries ranging from $79,600 at the 10th percentile to $157,500 at the 90th percentile based on 50 job postings. Key skills required for this role include policy analysis, project management, stakeholder engagement, and strong written and verbal communication."

Last updated: August 2026

Median

$102,500

10th Percentile

$79,600

90th Percentile

$157,500

Sample Size

50

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Senior Policy Analyst Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$79,600Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$102,500Typical salary
90th Percentile$157,500Senior / top earners

Based on 50 job postings with salary data

Skills for Senior Policy Analyst

Project managementStakeholder engagementPolicy analysisWritten and verbal communicationWritten communicationData analysisPolicy analysis and researchCoalition buildingStrategic planningPolicy analysis and development

Common Employers Hiring Senior Policy Analyst

  • ZERO TO THREE4 positions
  • Google3 positions
  • Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc.3 positions
  • City of Chicago2 positions
  • DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION2 positions

Top Locations for Senior Policy Analyst

Washington, DCUnited StatesNew York, NYArlington, VA 22202Richmond, VA

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Data extracted from 70 job postings on Daybook.com · Last updated August 2026