Best Paying Industries for Lawyers

$151,160
National Median Salary
191
Industries Analyzed

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Rank Industry Annual Median Pay Premium Employment
1 Support Activities for Mining $238,670 +57.9% 160
2 Broadcasting and Content Providers $238,640 +57.9% 1,260
3 Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing $238,090 +57.5% 360
4 Pipeline Transportation of Crude Oil $237,300 +57.0% 50
5 Support Activities for Air Transportation $230,090 +52.2%
6 Pharmacies and Drug Retailers $229,310 +51.7% 110
7 Beverage Manufacturing $229,050 +51.5% 50
8 Chemical Manufacturing (3251, 3252, 3253, and 3259 only) $228,390 +51.1% 180
9 Remediation and Other Waste Management Services $228,370 +51.1% 60
10 Nuclear Electric Power Generation $227,520 +50.5% 50

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