As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Legislative Assistant in Abilene, TX is $44,907, equivalent to $22 per hour, $864 weekly, or $3,742 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Legislative Assistant in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Legislative Assistant in Abilene, TX vary widely, spanning from $34,598 to $53,322. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($39,511) and 75th percentile ($49,312), while top earners (90th percentile) make $53,322 per year. This $9,801 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Scheduling or Microsoft Word, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Abilene Legislative Assistant often earn 9.6% lower than national averages. However, Abilene currently ranks 784 statewide for Legislative Assistant job salary. 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 Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $34,598 Abilene, TX May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $39,511 Abilene, TX May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $44,907 Abilene, TX May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $49,312 Abilene, TX May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $53,322 Abilene, TX May 01, 2026
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What is a Legislative Assistant ?

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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  1. This Job:

    Legislative Assistant

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Legal Secretary II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Abilene, Texas    Abilene is located in northeastern Taylor County. The city limits extend north into Jones County. Interstate 20 leads east 149 miles (240 km) to Fort ....More

Abilene, Texas  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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