As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Legislative Assistant in Cedar Rapids, IA is $48,720, equivalent to $23 per hour, $937 weekly, or $4,060 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 Cedar Rapids, IA vary widely, spanning from $37,546 to $57,849. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,871) and 75th percentile ($53,499), while top earners (90th percentile) make $57,849 per year. This $10,628 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, Cedar Rapids Legislative Assistant often earn 0.0% lower than national averages. However, Cedar Rapids currently ranks 520 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 $37,546 Cedar Rapids, IA September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $42,871 Cedar Rapids, IA September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $48,720 Cedar Rapids, IA September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $53,499 Cedar Rapids, IA September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $57,849 Cedar Rapids, IA 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

  2. Up a level:

    Legal Secretary II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Cedar Rapids, Iowa    The city is divided into four quadrants, used in addressing. 1st Avenue (U.S. Route 151 Business) divides the north and south sides of the city, and t....More

Cedar Rapids, Iowa  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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