Lawyers Salary in New York
Lawyers in New York earn a median of $207,860 a year, +30% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $207,860
- vs. U.S. median
- +30% ($159,670)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 91,870
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $85,200; the top 10% earn over $391,420. Nationally the range is $78,360 to $351,600.
States ranked near New York
Similar jobs in New York
- Labor Relations Specialists$100,500 median in New York
- Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers$123,170 median in New York
- Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates$216,390 median in New York
- Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers$90,080 median in New York (broader BLS group)
- Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists$83,200 median in New York
- Compliance Managers$167,200 median in New York (broader BLS group)
Lawyers pay in New York
How much do lawyers make in New York?
The median is $207,860 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $85,200 and the top 10% earn over $391,420. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for lawyers?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 51 (+30% vs. the national median of $159,670). Living costs are not included.