Lawyers Salary in California

Median Salary

$195,080

per year

Hourly Rate

$93.79

per hour

Employment

95,770

in California

vs. National Avg

+22.2%

National: $159,670

📊 Compared to the national median of $159,670, California pays 22.2% MORE for Lawyers positions.

Purchasing Power

$176,224

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

110.7

11% above national avg

Rent/Income

14%

Affordable

Salary Distribution in California

10th

$97,950

25th

$131,120

Median

$195,080

75th

$277,140

90th

$369,180

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).