What are the main factors that influence a Lobbyist'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 Lobbyist?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Lobbyist roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Lobbyist's salary?

A Lobbyist's salary grows with experience: a Government Affairs Specialist I (2-4 years)earns $93,046, a Lobbyist (4-7 years)earns $108,821, a Government Affairs Specialist III (7+ years)earns $154,793, a Government Affairs Specialist IV (7-10 years)earns $185,754, a Government Affairs Manager (10+ years)earns $156,878,

What are the highest paying states for a Lobbyist?

Lobbyist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lobbyist roles are District of Columbia $120,024, California $119,569, Massachusetts $117,975. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lobbyist roles make?

Salaries for Lobbyist level roles vary by specialization: Policy Lobbyist: $133,445; Lobbyist Assistant: $40,002.

Lobbyist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lobbyist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lobbyist in Delaware is $109,780 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $134,691
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $99,079 to $122,819
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,336

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Lobbyist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,819	$10,235	$2,362	$59
Average	$109,780	$9,148	$2,111	$53
25th Percentile	$99,079	$8,257	$1,905	$48

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Key Factors That Influence Lobbyist Salaries

A Lobbyist'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 Lobbyist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lobbyist'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): $93,046
Early Career (1-2 years): $108,821
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $154,793
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $185,754
Expert (over 8 years): $156,878

Levels	Salary
Governmen... Level Lobbyist	$93,046
Lobbyist Level Lobbyist	$108,821
Governmen... Level Lobbyist	$154,793
Governmen... Level Lobbyist	$185,754
Governmen... Level Lobbyist	$156,878

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How Do Lobbyist 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 Lobbyists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $120,024.
California: $119,569.
Massachusetts: $117,975.

District of Columbia $120,024 California $119,569 Massachusetts $117,975 Washington $117,541 New Jersey $117,498 Alaska $117,346 Connecticut $115,850 New York $115,243

Hawaii $113,303 Rhode Island $112,392 Maryland $111,774 Minnesota $110,929 Colorado $110,604 Illinois $110,495 Oregon $110,083 Delaware $109,780

New Hampshire $109,589 Virginia $109,162 Pennsylvania $107,915 Nevada $107,286 North Dakota $107,080 Michigan $106,755 Wisconsin $106,636 Vermont $106,398

Texas $105,736 Maine $105,693 Arizona $105,628 Ohio $105,552 Georgia $104,555 Indiana $104,056 Wyoming $103,958 Utah $103,807

Iowa $103,742 Kansas $103,221 Louisiana $103,070 North Carolina $103,015 Missouri $102,994 Florida $102,571 Montana $102,343 Nebraska $102,126

Kentucky $102,007 South Carolina $101,574 Tennessee $101,303 Idaho $101,194 New Mexico $100,403 Oklahoma $100,229 Alabama $99,590 South Dakota $98,517

Arkansas $97,931 West Virginia $97,617 Mississippi $96,674

Top Paying Cities for Lobbyists

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: $109,285
Little Creek: $110,085
Magnolia: $109,927

Lincoln, DE $109,285 Little Creek, DE $110,085 Magnolia, DE $109,927 Milford, DE $109,563 Marydel, DE $109,743 Millsboro, DE $108,827 Millville, DE $108,995 Milton, DE $109,184

Nassau, DE $109,263 Ocean View, DE $108,976 Rehoboth Beach, DE $109,186 Seaford, DE $109,247 Selbyville, DE $108,795 Smyrna, DE $110,161 Viola, DE $109,654 Woodside, DE $109,949

Bear, DE $109,695 Newark, DE $109,654 Claymont, DE $109,878 Delaware City, DE $109,763 Hockessin, DE $109,644 Kirkwood, DE $109,743 Middletown, DE $109,785 Montchanin, DE $109,669

New Castle, DE $109,685 Odessa, DE $109,839 Port Penn, DE $109,913 Rockland, DE $109,680 Saint Georges, DE $109,750 Townsend, DE $109,920 Winterthur, DE $109,693 Lewes, DE $109,226

Wilmington, DE $109,650 Dover, DE $110,085 Dover Afb, DE $109,505 Bethany Beach, DE $108,862 Bethel, DE $108,974 Bridgeville, DE $109,231 Camden Wyoming, DE $109,775 Cheswold, DE $110,050

Clayton, DE $110,053 Dagsboro, DE $108,786 Delmar, DE $108,611 Ellendale, DE $108,941 Felton, DE $109,554 Fenwick Island, DE $108,810 Frankford, DE $108,620 Frederica, DE $109,663

Georgetown, DE $108,744 Greenwood, DE $109,249 Harbeson, DE $108,860 Harrington, DE $109,415 Hartly, DE $109,756 Houston, DE $109,259 Kenton, DE $110,058 Laurel, DE $108,679

Yorklyn, DE $109,677

Lobbyist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Lobbyist 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 Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Lobbyist positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Lobbyist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Lobbyist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$131,736	$63.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$126,247	$61.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$122,953	$59.0	12%
Financial Services	$120,758	$58.0	10%
Healthcare	$120,758	$58.0	10%

Lobbyist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lobbyist'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

$99,079

Average $109,780/year

$122,819

$8,257

Average $9,148/month

$10,235

$1,905

Average $2,111/week

$2,362

$48

Average $53/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,819	$10,235	$2,362	$59
Average	$109,780	$9,148	$2,111	$53
25th Percentile	$99,079	$8,257	$1,905	$48

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