Compliance Officers Salary in Northwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,580 -22.7% vs national
Median hourly $29.12
10th percentile $38,160
90th percentile $90,900
Employed locally 70
National median $78,420

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,160
    25th
    $44,720
    50th (median)
    $60,580
    75th
    $72,610
    90th
    $90,900

    Top-paying metros for Compliance Officers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $118,490
    Lexington Park, MD $105,610
    Brunswick-St. Simons, GA $104,330
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $104,000
    District of Columbia $103,010
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $102,500

    Related occupations in Northwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $67,490
    Human Resources Specialists $57,530
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $56,970
    Loan Officers $63,030
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $46,660
    Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators $58,450

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Compliance Officers make per hour in Northwest Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Compliance Officers in Northwest Alabama is $29.12, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.80 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Alabama above or below average for Compliance Officers salaries?

    The median Compliance Officers salary in Northwest Alabama is 22.7% below the national median of $78,420. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Compliance Officers in Northwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Compliance Officers (10th percentile) earn around $38,160 per year in Northwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,720.