Legislative Assistant

Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.

What a Legislative Assistant does

Supports elected officials by researching legislation, drafting correspondence, and communicating with constituents and stakeholders.

Education & path

The typical entry point is a bachelor's degree. About 4 years.

Estimated cost of that path: ~$40,000. Estimated payback: ~4 years. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.

Related careers

• Probation Officer — $60,000/yr
• Diplomat / Foreign Service Officer — $90,000/yr
• Public Affairs Specialist — $68,000/yr
• Government Affairs Manager — $95,000/yr
• Corrections Officer — $50,000/yr