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Compliance Specialist

Average Early-Career Compliance Specialist with Legal Compliance Skills Salary in New York, New York

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$74,670
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$51k
MEDIAN
$75k
90%
$139k

The average salary for a Compliance Specialist is $74,670 in 2025

Base Salary
$51k - $139k
Bonus
$1k - $8k
Total Pay
$52k - $149k
Based on 10 salary profiles (last updated Aug 15 2023)
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Common Health Benefits for a Compliance Specialist

Medical
100%
Dental
100%
Vision
80%

Gender Breakdown for Compliance Specialists

Female
80.0%
Prefer to self-define
20.0%
This data is based on 5 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Compliance Specialists

What is the highest pay for Compliance Specialists in New York?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Compliance Specialist in New York is $139k / year

What is the lowest pay for Compliance Specialists in New York?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Compliance Specialist in New York is $51k / year

How can Compliance Specialists increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Compliance Specialist is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Compliance Specialist that oversees more junior Compliance Specialists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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