As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Legislative Assistant in Milwaukee, WI is $50,964, equivalent to $25 per hour, $980 weekly, or $4,247 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 Milwaukee, WI vary widely, spanning from $39,278 to $60,522. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($44,847) and 75th percentile ($55,967), while top earners (90th percentile) make $60,522 per year. This $11,120 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, Milwaukee Legislative Assistant often earn 1.8% higher than national averages. However, Milwaukee currently ranks 341 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 $39,278 Milwaukee, WI June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $44,847 Milwaukee, WI June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $50,964 Milwaukee, WI June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $55,967 Milwaukee, WI June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $60,522 Milwaukee, WI June 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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