Represent clients in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, draw up legal documents, or manage or advise clients on legal transactions. May specialize in a single area or may practice broadly in many areas of law.
Annual wage data for Lawyers (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
747,750
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $72,780. 25th percentile: U.S. $99,760. 50th percentile: U.S. $151,160. 75th percentile: U.S. $215,420. 90th percentile: U.S. $239,200. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $72,780 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $239,200+ |
| Workers on average earn | $182,760 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
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