As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Legislative Assistant in Amarillo, TX is $46,297, equivalent to $22 per hour, $890 weekly, or $3,858 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 Amarillo, TX vary widely, spanning from $35,669 to $54,972. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($40,734) and 75th percentile ($50,838), while top earners (90th percentile) make $54,972 per year. This $10,104 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, Amarillo Legislative Assistant often earn 6.8% lower than national averages. However, Amarillo currently ranks 708 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 $35,669 Amarillo, TX May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $40,734 Amarillo, TX May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $46,297 Amarillo, TX May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $50,838 Amarillo, TX May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $54,972 Amarillo, 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 Amarillo, Texas    Amarillo (/ˌæməˈrɪloʊ/ AM-ə-RIL-oh) is the 14th-most populous city in the state of Texas, United States. It is also the largest city in the Texas Panh....More

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