Lawyers

Occupation

$151,160
National Median Salary
$72.67
Median Hourly Wage
747,750
Total Employment

Salary Distribution

$72,780
$99,760
$151,160
$215,420
>$215,420

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 —

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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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