Salary data and insights based on 760 job postings
Legislative professionals earn a median salary of $60,952 at entry-level, rising to $88,608 at mid-level and $117,628 for senior roles — reflecting a 93% salary growth across career stages. The field is heavily concentrated in Washington, DC, with 760 jobs analyzed revealing strong demand for written communication, government relations, policy analysis, project management, and verbal communication skills.
Last updated: February 2026
Entry Level
$60,952
124 jobs
Mid Level
$88,608
178 jobs
Senior Level
$117,628
95 jobs
Jobs Analyzed
760
Last 6 months
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