Lawyers
Lawyers & Judges • Legal Careers
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.
Understanding Salary Statistics: The typical salary (median) shows what a middle-of-the-road Lawyers earns, making it useful for salary negotiations. The average salary (mean) can be higher due to top earners and is often used in industry reports.
Salary Distribution
National salary ranges for Lawyers (2024)
Highest Paying Metropolitan Areas
Top 10 metro areas with the highest salaries for Lawyers
Top Industries
Industries with the most Lawyers positions
Work Environment
Career Overview
💼 About This Career
Lawyers professionals work in legal careers, specifically in lawyers & judges. This role typically requires doctoral degree and offers a median salary of $151,160.
📊 Job Market Outlook
The job growth outlook for Lawyers is rated as Moderate. Currently, there are approximately 747,750 people employed in this occupation nationwide.
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Data Source: Salary and employment statistics are from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program , 2024 data. Historical trends show changes over time. Individual results may vary based on experience, location, and employer.