How much does a Legislative Assistant make in Cedar Rapids, IA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Legislative Assistant in Cedar Rapids, IA is $47,888. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $43,193 to $54,978, with most professionals earning between $38,919 and $61,432.

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Legislative Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $38,919 Cedar Rapids,IA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $43,193 Cedar Rapids,IA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $47,888 Cedar Rapids,IA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $54,978 Cedar Rapids,IA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $61,432 Cedar Rapids,IA April 01, 2025
25% $43,193 10% $38,919 90% $61,432 75% $54,978 $47,888 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Legislative Assistant in Cedar Rapids, IA. The base salary for Legislative Assistant ranges from $43,193 to $54,978 with the average base salary of $47,888. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $43,193 to $54,978 with the average total cash compensation of $47,888.

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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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