Lawyer Salary in New York, NY
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$177,726
Hourly Rate
$85.45
/hour
Jobs in Area
822
employed
Lawyer Salary Range in New York, NY
Annual Salary Range
$114k
10th percentile
$146k
25th
$211k
75th
$250k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $113,870 | $54.75 |
| 25th Percentile | $146,497 | $70.43 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $177,726 | $85.45 |
| 75th Percentile | $210,749 | $101.32 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $249,772 | $120.08 |
| Average (Mean) | $191,713 | $92.17 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Lawyer salary in New York, NY is $177,726 per year or $85.45 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 New York-Newark-Jersey City Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How New York, NY Compares
vs National Average
$145,760
vs New York Average
$153,223
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$138,093
Cost of living in New York, NY is 28.7% above the national average.
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