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Updated: Feb. 1, 2025 • Download all data
AGENCY
House of Representatives
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Total employees
1,043
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Median salary
$41,184
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Minimum salary
$2,400
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Maximum salary
$257,985
Positions at this agency
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Employees by gender
| Gender | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 523 | $42,000 | |
| Male | 520 | $40,992 |
Employees by race
Most employees at this agency identify as white.
| Race | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $7,200 | ||
| American Indian | 5 | $36,000 | |
| Asian | 35 | $14,400 | |
| Black | 78 | $32,193 | |
| Hispanic | 291 | $36,600 | |
| Other | 39 | $41,184 | |
| White | 594 | $48,000 |
Length of employment
| Length of employment | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year or less | 485 | $36,000 | |
| 1-10 years | 429 | $54,000 | |
| 10-20 years | 89 | $41,184 | |
| 20+ years | 40 | $68,250 |
Employment status
Most employees at this agency are full-time. Employment status refers to whether an employee is listed as working part or full time and is based on hours worked in a week.
| Status | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Time | 933 | $48,000 | |
| Part-Time | 110 | $14,400 |
Current positions
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