Vice President of Industry Relations Salary in the United States

What is the salary range of a Vice President of Industry Relations?

As of August 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Vice President of Industry Relations in the United States ranges from $250,610 (25th percentile) to $286,108 (75th percentile), with a median annual salary of $269,641 and an hourly rate of $130. A Vice President of Industry Relations's salary is shaped by several key factors, including experience level, specific skills, industry differences, company size, and more. Below, we'll explore how each of these influences compensation.

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Vice President of Industry Relations Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $286,108 $23,842 $5,502 $138
Average $269,641 $22,470 $5,185 $130
25th Percentile $250,610 $20,884 $4,819 $120
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Last Updated on August 01, 2025

How does experience level affect a Vice President of Industry Relations's Salary?

An entry-level Vice President of Industry Relations with less than 1 year of experience earns about $256,452. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $258,205. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $260,542. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $263,464, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $266,385.

Levels Salary
Entry Level Vice President of Industry Relations $256,452
Intermediate Level Vice President of Industry Relations $258,205
Senior Level Vice President of Industry Relations $260,542
Specialist Level Vice President of Industry Relations $263,464
Expert Level Vice President of Industry Relations $266,385
$256,452 0 yr
$258,205 < 2 yrs
$260,542 2-4 yrs
$263,464 5-8 yrs
$266,385 > 8 yrs
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How much does salary of Vice President of Industry Relations vary from state to state?

Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.

For example, as of August 01, 2025:
  • In California, the average yearly salary for a Vice President of Industry Relations is $297,414.
  • In Massachusetts, the average annual salary is $293,450.
  • In New Jersey, a Vice President of Industry Relations earns $292,264 per year.

How much does salary of Vice President of Industry Relations vary from city to city?

Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.

For example, as of August 01, 2025:
  • In San Francisco, CA, the average yearly salary for a Vice President of Industry Relations is $336,755.
  • In New York, NY, the average annual salary is $312,487.
  • In Boston, MA, a Vice President of Industry Relations earns $300,731 per year.

What are the salaries of a Vice President of Industry Relations with different levels of education?

Salaries for Vice President of Industry Relations with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

According to our 100% employer reported salary sources the median salary for a Vice President of Industry Relations with a Bachelor's Degree is $244,016 - $258,791. Please try our salary wizard to explore how other factors like location, Years of experience and number of direct reports can impact your base pay and bonus.

Vice President of Industry Relations Salaries by Degree Level

Last Updated on August 01, 2025
Typical Education for Vice President of Industry Relations
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
High School 8.6%
Associates 0.9%
Bachelors 31.0%
Masters 49.1%
Doctorate 10.3%
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What is the salary trend of Vice President of Industry Relations?

As of August 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Vice President of Industry Relations compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $226,369 in 2023 to approximately $227,976 in 2025. (For a detailed analysis of Vice President of Industry Relations salary trends, click here.)

Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.

Average Annual Salary of Vice President of Industry Relations Over Time

2022
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2023
$226,369
2024
$231,443
2025
$227,976
2026
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Year Average Annual Salary
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2023 $226,369
2024 $231,443
2025 $227,976
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Vice President of Industry Relations bonus and incentive rates

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 65.8%
Bonuses 11.6%
Social Security 3.7%
401k/403b 2.5%
Disability 1.6%
Healthcare 2.0%
Pension 3.3%
Time Off 9.5%
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Median % of Total
Base Salary $269,641 65.8%
Bonus $47,443 11.6%
Median % of Total
Social Security $14,977 3.7%
401K/403B $10,415 2.5%
Disability $6,357 1.6%
Healthcare $8,285 2.0%
Pension $13,391 3.3%
Time Off $39,118 9.5%
Total Compensation $409,626 100%

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