Legislative Auditor Salary in Knoxville, Tennessee

How much does a Legislative Auditor make in Knoxville, TN?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Legislative Auditor in Knoxville, TN is $66,173. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $59,348 to $73,838, with most professionals earning between $53,135 and $80,817.

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What is a Legislative Auditor?

A Legislative Auditor is responsible for conducting independent and objective evaluations of government programs, operations, and finances to ensure accountability and transparency. They review and analyze financial records, policies, and procedures to identify potential areas of improvement and make recommendations to legislative bodies for more effective and efficient use of public resources. Legislative Auditors also provide oversight and monitoring of government agencies to ensure compliance with laws and regulations. They play a crucial role in promoting good governance and accountability within the public sector.

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What does a Legislative Auditor do?

Common responsibilities of a Legislative Auditor

Uphold professional standards and ethical principles in conducting audits and maintaining independence and objectivity.

September 05, 2023

Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of government operations and make recommendations for improvement.

September 07, 2023

Assess the impact of legislative proposals and policy changes on government operations and finances.

September 12, 2023

Communicate audit findings and recommendations to government officials, legislators, and the public through written reports and presentations.

September 19, 2023

Provide independent and objective assessments of government programs and activities to inform decision-making by legislators and other stakeholders.

September 28, 2023

Stay informed about changes in laws, regulations, and accounting standards that may affect audit processes and procedures.

October 13, 2023

Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and track progress in addressing identified issues.

October 18, 2023

Conduct financial and performance audits of government agencies and programs to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.

November 02, 2023

Review and analyze financial records, budgets, and expenditures to identify potential areas of waste, fraud, or abuse.

November 16, 2023

Collaborate with other audit organizations and agencies to share best practices and coordinate audit activities.

November 23, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Legislative Auditor in Knoxville, TN

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

59348

73838

66173

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

60857

76574

68195

What is the average salary for Legislative Auditor in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Legislative Auditor in Knoxville, TN. The base salary for Legislative Auditor ranges from $59,348 to $73,838 with the average base salary of $66,173. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $60,857 to $76,574 with the average total cash compensation of $68,195.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$66,173	$59,348 - $73,838
Bonus	$2,022	$1,508 - $2,736
Total Pay	$68,195	$60,857 - $76,574

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Legislative Auditor Salary Near Knoxville, TN

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Knoxville, TN
CITY, STATE Asheville, NC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,458 - $73,975	COMPARE TO Knoxville, TN
CITY, STATE Johnson City, TN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,683 - $70,523	COMPARE TO Knoxville, TN
CITY, STATE Kingsport, TN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,897 - $70,788	COMPARE TO Knoxville, TN
CITY, STATE Chattanooga, TN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,676 - $73,001	COMPARE TO Knoxville, TN
CITY, STATE Greenville, SC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,859 - $74,474	COMPARE TO Knoxville, TN
CITY, STATE Richmond, KY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,342 - $73,830	COMPARE TO Knoxville, TN

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About Knoxville, Tennessee

Knoxville is a city in the U.S. state of Tennessee, and the county seat of Knox County. The city had an estimated population of 186,239 in 2016 and a population of 178,874 as of the 2010 census, making it the state's third largest city after Nashville and Memphis. Knoxville is the principal city of the Knoxville Metropolitan Statistical Area, which, in 2016, was 868,546, up 0.9 percent, or 7,377 people, from to 2015. The KMSA is, in turn, the central component of the Knoxville-Sevierville-La Follette Combined Statistical Area, which, in 2013, had a population of 1,096,961. First settled in 178...

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