do senators draw a salary for life
That, too, is wrong. Salaries and benefits of members of the U.S. Congress have been the source of taxpayer unhappiness and myths over the years. Here are some facts for your consideration. As of 2015, the base salary for all rank-and-file members of the U.S. House and Senate is $174,000 per year, plus benefits.Salaries have not been increased since 2009. Compared to private-sector salaries, the salaries of members of Congress is lower than many mid-level executives and managers.Also See: The 10 Wealthiest Members of Congress. Rank-and-File Members: The current salary (2015) for rank-and-file members of the House and Senate is $174,000 per year.ompared to private-sector salaries, the salaries of members of Congress is lower than many mid-level executives and managers. Also See: The 10 Wealthiest Members of Congress. Rank-and-File Members: The current salary (2015) for rank-and-file members of the House and Senate is $174,000 per year.