Lawyer Salary in Indianapolis, IN
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$138,223
Hourly Rate
$66.45
/hour
Jobs in Area
386
employed
Lawyer Salary Range in Indianapolis, IN
Annual Salary Range
$86k
10th percentile
$116k
25th
$162k
75th
$205k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $86,313 | $41.50 |
| 25th Percentile | $116,395 | $55.96 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $138,223 | $66.45 |
| 75th Percentile | $162,008 | $77.89 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $204,749 | $98.44 |
| Average (Mean) | $146,570 | $70.47 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Lawyer salary in Indianapolis, IN is $138,223 per year or $66.45 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 Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Indianapolis, IN Compares
vs National Average
$145,760
vs Indiana Average
$150,589
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$150,242
Cost of living in Indianapolis, IN is 8.0% below the national average.
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