As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Legislative Assistant in Akaska, SD is $46,683, equivalent to $22 per hour, $898 weekly, or $3,890 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 Akaska, SD vary widely, spanning from $35,976 to $55,431. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,079) and 75th percentile ($51,262), while top earners (90th percentile) make $55,431 per year. This $10,183 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, Akaska Legislative Assistant often earn 0.9% lower than national averages. 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 $35,976 Akaska, SD September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $41,079 Akaska, SD September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $46,683 Akaska, SD September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $51,262 Akaska, SD September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $55,431 Akaska, SD September 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Legislative Assistant in Akaska, SD. The base salary for Legislative Assistant ranges from $41,079 to $51,262 with the average base salary of $46,683. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $51,318 to $66,636 with the average total cash compensation of $58,522.

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About Akaska, South Dakota    Akaska is a town in Walworth County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 42 at the 2010 census. The community name derives from a Sioux w....More

Akaska, South Dakota  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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