Job Description: Develop, introduce, or enact laws and statutes at the local, tribal, state, or federal level. Includes only workers in elected positions.
Is Legislator the right career path for you?
Take the MyMajors Quiz and find out if it fits one of your top recommended majors!
Median Annual Wage |
$68,140 |
Median Hourly Wage |
$32.76* |
Total Employed Nationally |
32,460 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2024 wage data and 2023-2033 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2023-2033). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.