Public Policy

Senior Policy Analyst

Salary data based on 53 job postings

"The median salary for a Senior Policy Analyst in the Public Policy field is $90,000 per year, with salaries ranging from $79,400 at the 10th percentile to $157,500 at the 90th percentile based on 39 job postings. Key skills required for this role include policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, project management, and strong written and verbal communication."

Last updated: May 2026

Median

$90,000

10th Percentile

$79,400

90th Percentile

$157,500

Sample Size

39

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Senior Policy Analyst Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$79,400Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$90,000Typical salary
90th Percentile$157,500Senior / top earners

Based on 39 job postings with salary data

Skills for Senior Policy Analyst

Stakeholder engagementProject managementPolicy analysisWritten and verbal communicationWritten communicationCoalition buildingStrategic planningData analysisPolicy analysis and researchPolicy analysis and development

Common Employers Hiring Senior Policy Analyst

  • ZERO TO THREE4 positions
  • Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc.3 positions
  • City of Chicago2 positions
  • DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION2 positions
  • Leon County Government2 positions

Top Locations for Senior Policy Analyst

Washington, DCUnited StatesArlington, VA 22202Richmond, VA55 Water Street, Manhattan, NY 10004

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Data extracted from 53 job postings on Daybook.com ยท Last updated May 2026