Lawyer Salary in Baltimore, MD
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$144,969
Hourly Rate
$69.70
/hour
Jobs in Area
418
employed
Lawyer Salary Range in Baltimore, MD
Annual Salary Range
$91k
10th percentile
$116k
25th
$178k
75th
$205k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $91,091 | $43.79 |
| 25th Percentile | $116,148 | $55.84 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $144,969 | $69.70 |
| 75th Percentile | $177,687 | $85.43 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $205,196 | $98.65 |
| Average (Mean) | $154,677 | $74.36 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Lawyer salary in Baltimore, MD is $144,969 per year or $69.70 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Baltimore, MD Compares
vs National Average
$145,760
vs Maryland Average
$145,683
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$133,612
Cost of living in Baltimore, MD is 8.5% above the national average.
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