What is the average hourly wage for Compliance Officers?

The median hourly wage for Compliance Officers is $36.10 per hour. This translates to approximately $75,080 per year working full-time.

What states pay Compliance Officers the most?

Salaries for Compliance Officers vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a compliance officer?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

Compliance Officers Salary

Name: Compliance Officers Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$75,080

$36.10 / hour

▲ 7% (Faster than average)

Salary Range

$39,792 - $129,138

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

365,060

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Compliance Officers Salary by Percentile

$39,792 $129,138

10th pct Median: $75,080 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$39,792	$19.13
25th Percentile	$54,058	$25.99
50th (Median)	$75,080	$36.10
75th Percentile	$103,610	$49.81
90th (Top Earners)	$129,138	$62.09
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Compliance Officers

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$99,106	$47.65
2	California (CA)	$93,850	$45.12
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$91,598	$44.04
4	New York (NY)	$91,598	$44.04
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$90,096	$43.32
6	Connecticut (CT)	$88,594	$42.59
7	Maryland (MD)	$88,594	$42.59
8	Hawaii (HI)	$86,342	$41.51
9	Alaska (AK)	$84,090	$40.43
10	Washington (WA)	$84,090	$40.43
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Compliance Officers

Compliance Officers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the business finance sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for Compliance Officers

Projected Growth

+7%

2022-2032

▲ 7% (Faster than average)

Annual Job Openings

980,200

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Compliance Officers make?

The median annual salary for Compliance Officers is $75,080 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $39,792, while the top 10% earn $129,138 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Compliance Officers?

Compliance Officers earn a median hourly wage of $36.10 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $75,080 annually.

Is Compliance Officers a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $75,080, Compliance Officers earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Faster than average (7% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Compliance Officers need?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.