Lawyers
Occupation
$151,160
National Median Salary
$72.67
Median Hourly Wage
747,750
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+31.5%
10 Year Change
$114,970
2014 Median
$151,160
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries
Industry Wage Growth
Best Paying States
Fastest Growing States
Where This Career Pays Above Average
Top Paying Industries for Lawyers
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Support Activities for Mining | $238,670 | 160 |
| Broadcasting and Content Providers | $238,640 | 1,260 |
| Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing | $238,090 | 360 |
| Pipeline Transportation of Crude Oil | $237,300 | 50 |
| Support Activities for Air Transportation | $230,090 | — |
Top Paying States for Lawyers
| State | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| California | $197,790 | 92,580 |
| District of Columbia | $191,880 | 33,430 |
| Massachusetts | $179,050 | 22,020 |
| New York | $177,210 | 91,440 |
| Delaware | $172,710 | 2,970 |
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Support Activities for Mining
Broadcasting and Content Providers
Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing
Pipeline Transportation of Crude Oil
Support Activities for Air Transportation
Pharmacies and Drug Retailers
Beverage Manufacturing
Chemical Manufacturing (3251, 3252, 3253, and 3259 only)
Remediation and Other Waste Management Services
Nuclear Electric Power Generation
Other Ambulatory Health Care Services
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
