As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Legislative Assistant in Olympia, WA is $53,990, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,038 weekly, or $4,499 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 Olympia, WA vary widely, spanning from $41,607 to $64,107. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($47,509) and 75th percentile ($59,286), while top earners (90th percentile) make $64,107 per year. This $11,777 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, Olympia Legislative Assistant often earn 2.2% higher than national averages. However, Olympia currently ranks 172 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 $41,607 Olympia, WA September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $47,509 Olympia, WA September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $53,990 Olympia, WA September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $59,286 Olympia, WA September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $64,107 Olympia, WA 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

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    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 Olympia, WA. The base salary for Legislative Assistant ranges from $47,509 to $59,286 with the average base salary of $53,990. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $59,350 to $77,067 with the average total cash compensation of $67,682.

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About Olympia, Washington    Olympia is the capital of the U.S. state of Washington and the county seat of Thurston County. European settlers claimed the area in 1846, with the Tr....More

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