What are the main factors that influence a Political Staff's salary?

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

How does experience change A Political Staff's salary?

A Political Staff's salary grows with experience: an Administrative Assistant I (0-1 years)earns $44,733, an Political Staff (1-3 years)earns $52,562, an Administrative Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $62,546, an Administrative Assistant IV (5-7 years)earns $73,379,

What are the highest paying states for a Political Staff?

Political Staff salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Political Staff roles are District of Columbia $60,113, California $59,885, Massachusetts $59,087. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Political Staff roles make?

Salaries for Political Staff level roles vary by specialization: Political Director: $82,376; Political Analyst: $77,472; Political Scientist: $76,499; Political Editor: $62,437; Political Reporter: $61,988.

Political Staff Salary in Delaware

How much does a Political Staff make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Political Staff in Delaware is $54,983 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $67,610
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,435 to $61,592
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,384

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Political Staff Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,592	$5,133	$1,184	$30
Average	$54,983	$4,582	$1,057	$26
25th Percentile	$49,435	$4,120	$951	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Political Staff Salaries

A Political Staff'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 Do Political Staff 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 Political Stafves. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $60,113.
California: $59,885.
Massachusetts: $59,087.

District of Columbia $60,113 California $59,885 Massachusetts $59,087 Washington $58,870 New Jersey $58,848 Alaska $58,772 Connecticut $58,023 New York $57,719

Hawaii $56,747 Rhode Island $56,291 Maryland $55,982 Minnesota $55,558 Colorado $55,395 Illinois $55,341 Oregon $55,135 Delaware $54,983

New Hampshire $54,887 Virginia $54,673 Pennsylvania $54,049 Nevada $53,734 North Dakota $53,631 Michigan $53,468 Wisconsin $53,408 Vermont $53,289

Texas $52,957 Maine $52,936 Arizona $52,903 Ohio $52,865 Georgia $52,366 Indiana $52,116 Wyoming $52,067 Utah $51,991

Iowa $51,958 Kansas $51,698 Louisiana $51,622 North Carolina $51,595 Missouri $51,584 Florida $51,372 Montana $51,258 Nebraska $51,150

Kentucky $51,090 South Carolina $50,873 Tennessee $50,737 Idaho $50,683 New Mexico $50,286 Oklahoma $50,199 Alabama $49,879 South Dakota $49,342

Arkansas $49,048 West Virginia $48,891 Mississippi $48,419

Top Paying Cities for Political Stafves

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: $56,905
Little Creek: $56,378
Magnolia: $56,611

Lincoln, DE $56,905 Little Creek, DE $56,378 Magnolia, DE $56,611 Milford, DE $56,905 Marydel, DE $56,166 Millsboro, DE $56,905 Millville, DE $57,285 Milton, DE $56,905

Nassau, DE $56,905 Ocean View, DE $57,285 Rehoboth Beach, DE $57,285 Seaford, DE $56,307 Selbyville, DE $57,285 Smyrna, DE $56,101 Viola, DE $56,611 Woodside, DE $56,449

Bear, DE $55,688 Newark, DE $55,710 Claymont, DE $55,754 Delaware City, DE $55,710 Hockessin, DE $55,754 Kirkwood, DE $55,710 Middletown, DE $55,987 Montchanin, DE $55,754

New Castle, DE $55,754 Odessa, DE $56,063 Port Penn, DE $55,558 Rockland, DE $55,754 Saint Georges, DE $55,710 Townsend, DE $55,982 Winterthur, DE $55,754 Lewes, DE $56,905

Wilmington, DE $55,754 Dover, DE $56,351 Dover Afb, DE $56,481 Bethany Beach, DE $57,285 Bethel, DE $56,307 Bridgeville, DE $56,905 Camden Wyoming, DE $56,411 Cheswold, DE $56,221

Clayton, DE $56,079 Dagsboro, DE $57,285 Delmar, DE $56,307 Ellendale, DE $56,905 Felton, DE $56,905 Fenwick Island, DE $57,285 Frankford, DE $57,285 Frederica, DE $56,905

Georgetown, DE $56,905 Greenwood, DE $56,905 Harbeson, DE $56,905 Harrington, DE $56,905 Hartly, DE $56,052 Houston, DE $56,905 Kenton, DE $56,079 Laurel, DE $56,307

Yorklyn, DE $55,754

Political Staff Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Political Staff'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 January 01, 2026

$49,435

Average $54,983/year

$61,592

$4,120

Average $4,582/month

$5,133

$951

Average $1,057/week

$1,184

$24

Average $26/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,592	$5,133	$1,184	$30
Average	$54,983	$4,582	$1,057	$26
25th Percentile	$49,435	$4,120	$951	$24

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