Salary for Legislators

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While legislators do not necessarily have to have specific degrees in order to qualify for that position, they typically have at least a bachelor's degree or higher. They must also meet pre-set age and residency obligations. Salary caps are typically set by local, state, and federal regulations. Responsibilities and time commitment varies depending on what level a legislator serves at. It is important to note that those serving in Congress or in the House of Representatives fall into an entirely different legislative category. On the whole, there are many skills that legislators need, including public speaking, a knowledge of local, state, and national issues, the ability to work well with others even across party lines, and the ability to make quick, informed, and often tough decisions.

A Legislator usually gets a pay level of somewhere between $18,120 and $105,100 depending on level of experience. usually receive a pay level of fifty-three thousand five hundred and sixty dollars on a yearly basis.

have the best average compensation in Washington, where they can get compensation, on average, of close to about $119,810. They can get the best pay in Public Administration, where they receive average wages of $53,560.

The national wage distribution is shown below. To overlay local salaries for a Legislator, please select your state.