Public Policy Consultant Salary in the United States

Public Policy Consultant Salary

How much does a Public Policy Consultant make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Public Policy Consultant in the United States is $46,359. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $42,094 to $51,582, with most professionals earning between $38,210 and $56,337.

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10th Percentile Public Policy Consultant Salary $38,210 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Public Policy Consultant Salary $42,094 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Public Policy Consultant Salary $46,359 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Public Policy Consultant Salary $51,582 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Public Policy Consultant Salary $56,337 US April 01, 2025
25% $42,094 10% $38,210 90% $56,337 75% $51,582 $46,359 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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