Compliance officer salary in United States

The average salary for a Compliance Officer is $78,824 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 7.9k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 3, 2026.

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Compliance Officer salaries typically range between a low of $44,709 and a high of $138,970 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Compliance Officer include San Francisco, CA at $128,843 per year, Seattle, WA at $110,415 per year, and Washington, DC at $105,680 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Compliance Officer include PlayStation ($339,100 per year) and Gibson Dunn ($325,625 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Compliance Officer salary compares to related positions:

• Senior Compliance Officer: Average $102,327 per year
• Junior Compliance Officer: Average $110,323 per year