What are the main factors that influence a Legislative Correspondent's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Legislative Correspondent?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Legislative Correspondent roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Legislative Correspondent's salary?

A Legislative Correspondent's salary grows with experience: a Legislative Correspondent (0-1 years)earns $43,876, a Product Inspector II (1-3 years)earns $49,043, a Product Inspector III (3-5 years)earns $57,807, a Product Inspector IV (5-7 years)earns $59,519, a Product Quality Supervisor (7+ years)earns $73,997,

What are the highest paying states for a Legislative Correspondent?

Legislative Correspondent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Legislative Correspondent roles are District of Columbia $47,119, California $46,940, Massachusetts $46,315. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Legislative Correspondent roles make?

Salaries for Legislative Correspondent level roles vary by specialization: Legislative Director: $216,980; Correspondent: $90,808; News Correspondent: $78,907; Social Media Correspondent: $57,511; Senior Correspondent: $52,121.

Legislative Correspondent Salary in Delaware

How much does a Legislative Correspondent make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Legislative Correspondent in Delaware is $43,098 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

However, a Legislative Correspondent's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $50,494
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,360 to $46,969
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,957

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Legislative Correspondent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,969	$3,914	$903	$23
Average	$43,098	$3,591	$829	$21
25th Percentile	$39,360	$3,280	$757	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Legislative Correspondent Salaries

A Legislative Correspondent's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Legislative Correspondent Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Legislative Correspondent's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $43,876
Early Career (1-2 years): $49,043
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $57,807
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $59,519
Expert (over 8 years): $73,997

Levels	Salary
Legislati... Level Legislative Correspondent	$43,876
Product I... Level Legislative Correspondent	$49,043
Product I... Level Legislative Correspondent	$57,807
Product I... Level Legislative Correspondent	$59,519
Product Q... Level Legislative Correspondent	$73,997

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How Do Legislative Correspondent Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Legislative Correspondents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $47,119.
California: $46,940.
Massachusetts: $46,315.

District of Columbia $47,119 California $46,940 Massachusetts $46,315 Washington $46,145 New Jersey $46,128 Alaska $46,068 Connecticut $45,481 New York $45,242

Hawaii $44,481 Rhode Island $44,123 Maryland $43,881 Minnesota $43,549 Colorado $43,421 Illinois $43,378 Oregon $43,217 Delaware $43,098

New Hampshire $43,023 Virginia $42,855 Pennsylvania $42,366 Nevada $42,119 North Dakota $42,038 Michigan $41,910 Wisconsin $41,863 Vermont $41,770

Texas $41,510 Maine $41,493 Arizona $41,468 Ohio $41,438 Georgia $41,046 Indiana $40,851 Wyoming $40,812 Utah $40,753

Iowa $40,727 Kansas $40,523 Louisiana $40,463 North Carolina $40,442 Missouri $40,434 Florida $40,268 Montana $40,178 Nebraska $40,093

Kentucky $40,046 South Carolina $39,876 Tennessee $39,770 Idaho $39,727 New Mexico $39,416 Oklahoma $39,348 Alabama $39,097 South Dakota $38,676

Arkansas $38,446 West Virginia $38,323 Mississippi $37,952

Top Paying Cities for Legislative Correspondents

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $42,904
Little Creek: $43,218
Magnolia: $43,155

Lincoln, DE $42,904 Little Creek, DE $43,218 Magnolia, DE $43,155 Milford, DE $43,012 Marydel, DE $43,083 Millsboro, DE $42,723 Millville, DE $42,789 Milton, DE $42,864

Nassau, DE $42,895 Ocean View, DE $42,782 Rehoboth Beach, DE $42,864 Seaford, DE $42,889 Selbyville, DE $42,711 Smyrna, DE $43,247 Viola, DE $43,048 Woodside, DE $43,164

Bear, DE $43,064 Newark, DE $43,048 Claymont, DE $43,136 Delaware City, DE $43,091 Hockessin, DE $43,044 Kirkwood, DE $43,083 Middletown, DE $43,100 Montchanin, DE $43,054

New Castle, DE $43,061 Odessa, DE $43,121 Port Penn, DE $43,150 Rockland, DE $43,058 Saint Georges, DE $43,086 Townsend, DE $43,152 Winterthur, DE $43,064 Lewes, DE $42,880

Wilmington, DE $43,047 Dover, DE $43,218 Dover Afb, DE $42,990 Bethany Beach, DE $42,737 Bethel, DE $42,781 Bridgeville, DE $42,882 Camden Wyoming, DE $43,096 Cheswold, DE $43,204

Clayton, DE $43,205 Dagsboro, DE $42,707 Delmar, DE $42,639 Ellendale, DE $42,768 Felton, DE $43,009 Fenwick Island, DE $42,717 Frankford, DE $42,642 Frederica, DE $43,052

Georgetown, DE $42,691 Greenwood, DE $42,889 Harbeson, DE $42,737 Harrington, DE $42,955 Hartly, DE $43,088 Houston, DE $42,893 Kenton, DE $43,207 Laurel, DE $42,666

Yorklyn, DE $43,057

Legislative Correspondent Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Legislative Correspondent roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Legislative Correspondent positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Legislative Correspondent as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Legislative Correspondent

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$51,717	$25.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$49,562	$24.0	15%
Financial Services	$49,562	$24.0	15%
Telecom	$48,269	$23.0	12%
Chemicals	$47,407	$23.0	10%

Legislative Correspondent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Legislative Correspondent's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$39,360

Average $43,098/year

$46,969

$3,280

Average $3,591/month

$3,914

$757

Average $829/week

$903

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Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,969	$3,914	$903	$23
Average	$43,098	$3,591	$829	$21
25th Percentile	$39,360	$3,280	$757	$19

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