As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Legislative Aide in the US is $40,880, equivalent to $20 per hour, $786 weekly, or $3,407 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Legislative Aide in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Legislative Aide in the US vary widely, spanning from $35,098 to $47,351. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($37,854) and 75th percentile ($44,267), while top earners (90th percentile) make $47,351 per year. This $6,413 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Accountability or Business Analysis, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Legislative Aide often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 66 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Legislative Aide Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Legislative Aide Salary $35,098 US July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Legislative Aide Salary $37,854 US July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Legislative Aide Salary $40,880 US July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Legislative Aide Salary $44,267 US July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Legislative Aide Salary $47,351 US July 01, 2026
25% $37,854 10% $35,098 90% $47,351 75% $44,267 $40,880 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Legislative Aide ?

A legislative assistant (LA) is a legislative staffer who works for a legislator by monitoring pending legislation, conducting research, drafting legislation, giving advice and counsel, and making recommendations....

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