How much does a Legislative Aide make in Trenton, NJ?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Legislative Aide in Trenton, NJ is $64,432. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $54,614 to $74,687, with most professionals earning between $45,674 and $84,022.

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Legislative Aide Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Legislative Aide Salary $45,674 Trenton,NJ April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Legislative Aide Salary $54,614 Trenton,NJ April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Legislative Aide Salary $64,432 Trenton,NJ April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Legislative Aide Salary $74,687 Trenton,NJ April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Legislative Aide Salary $84,022 Trenton,NJ April 01, 2025
25% $54,614 10% $45,674 90% $84,022 75% $74,687 $64,432 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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    Legislative Aide

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Plan Design Specialist

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Legislative Aide in Trenton, NJ. The base salary for Legislative Aide ranges from $54,614 to $74,687 with the average base salary of $64,432. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $54,614 to $74,687 with the average total cash compensation of $64,432.

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About Trenton, New Jersey    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city had a total area of 8.155 square miles (21.122 km2), including 7.648 square miles (19.809 km2) ....More

Trenton, New Jersey  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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