Legislative

Director of Legislative Affairs

Salary data based on 14 job postings

"The median salary for a Director of Legislative Affairs is $142,500 per year, with salaries ranging from $117,628 at the 10th percentile to $176,119 at the 90th percentile based on 8 job postings. Key skills required for this role include government relations, legislative strategy development, policy analysis, stakeholder relationship management, and strong written and verbal communication."

Last updated: April 2026

Median

$142,500

10th Percentile

$117,628

90th Percentile

$176,119

Sample Size

8

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Director of Legislative Affairs Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$117,628Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$142,500Typical salary
90th Percentile$176,119Senior / top earners

Based on 8 job postings with salary data

Skills for Director of Legislative Affairs

Government relationsLegislative strategy developmentPolicy analysisStakeholder relationship managementWritten and verbal communicationRelationship building with elected officialsLeadership and decision-makingPartnership developmentMicrosoft Office Suite proficiencyLegislative affairs management

Common Employers Hiring Director of Legislative Affairs

  • Center for Science in the Public Interest2 positions
  • Kentucky State University2 positions
  • New York State Department of Financial Services1 positions
  • ACLU California Action1 positions
  • POLICE DEPARTMENT1 positions

Top Locations for Director of Legislative Affairs

400 E Main St, Frankfort, KY 40601Washington, DC, USAAlbany, ORSacramento, CAManhattan, NY

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Data extracted from 14 job postings on Daybook.com ยท Last updated April 2026