Beginning in 2009, legislators serving in the US Congress have earned $174,000 annually. Learn more about their pay and perks here.
Leaders of the House and Senate are paid a higher salary than other Members.
Senate Leadership
Majority Party Leader - $193,400
Minority Party Leader - $193,400
House Leadership
Speaker of the House - $223,500
Majority Leader - $193,400
Minority Leader - $193,400
A cost-of-living-adjustment increase takes effect annually unless Congress votes to not accept it.