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Senior Public Affairs Officer

Average Senior Public Affairs Officer Salary

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$78,213
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$49k
MEDIAN
$78k
90%
$118k

The average salary for a Senior Public Affairs Officer is $78,213 in 2025

Base Salary
$49k - $118k
Bonus
$1k - $3k
Total Pay
$50k - $122k
Based on 43 salary profiles (last updated Jul 06 2022)
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Common Health Benefits for a Senior Public Affairs Officer

Medical
83%
Dental
77%
Vision
63%
None
17%

Gender Breakdown for Senior Public Affairs Officers

Female
57.1%
Male
39.3%
Prefer to self-define
3.6%
This data is based on 28 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Senior Public Affairs Officers

What is the highest pay for Senior Public Affairs Officers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Senior Public Affairs Officer is $118k / year

What is the lowest pay for Senior Public Affairs Officers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Senior Public Affairs Officer is $49k / year

How can Senior Public Affairs Officers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Senior Public Affairs Officer 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 Senior Public Affairs Officer that oversees more junior Senior Public Affairs Officers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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