As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Legislative Assistant in Coachella, CA is $51,391, equivalent to $25 per hour, $988 weekly, or $4,283 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 Coachella, CA vary widely, spanning from $39,604 to $61,021. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($45,221) and 75th percentile ($56,431), while top earners (90th percentile) make $61,021 per year. This $11,210 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, Coachella Legislative Assistant often earn 8.5% higher than national averages. However, Coachella currently ranks 312 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 $39,604 Coachella, CA September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $45,221 Coachella, CA September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $51,391 Coachella, CA September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $56,431 Coachella, CA September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $61,021 Coachella, CA 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 Coachella, California    Coachella (/koʊˈtʃɛlə/, /koʊ.əˈtʃɛlə/) is a city in Riverside County, California; it is the easternmost city in the region collectively known as the C....More

Coachella, California  area prices were up 3.0% from a year ago

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