Elected Official

Legislative Intern

Salary figures from 15 postings that disclosed salary (of 96 analyzed), posted in the last 12 months

The median salary for a Legislative Intern in the Elected Official field is $38,400 per year, with salaries ranging from $31,200 at the 10th percentile to $384,400 at the 90th percentile, based on 15 postings that disclosed salary (of 96 analyzed). Key skills required for this role include written communication, legislative research, attention to detail, administrative support, and research.

Figures last changed: October 2026

Median

$38,400

10th Percentile

$31,200

90th Percentile

$384,400

Salary Disclosures

15

of 96 postings analyzed

Legislative Intern Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$31,200Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$38,400Typical salary
90th Percentile$384,400Senior / top earners

Based on 15 job postings with salary data

Skills for Legislative Intern

Written communicationLegislative researchAttention to detailAdministrative supportResearchCustomer serviceWritingOral communicationConstituent correspondenceEvent coordination

Common Employers Hiring Legislative Intern

  • House Energy and Commerce Committee4 positions
  • Office of Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.)4 positions
  • AARP3 positions
  • Elevate Government Affairs3 positions
  • House Rules Committee3 positions

Top Locations for Legislative Intern

Washington, DCAlbany, NYPierre, SDCynwyd Estates, PAWilmington, DE

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Figures from 15 postings that disclosed salary (of 96 analyzed) on Daybook.com · First published 2026-09-22 · Figures last changed October 2026 · How we compute this