Lawyers Salary in Washington
Lawyers in Washington earn a median of $154,130 a year, −3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $154,130
- vs. U.S. median
- −3% ($159,670)
- Rank among states
- 14 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 12,770
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $94,260; the top 10% earn over $298,210. Nationally the range is $78,360 to $351,600.
States ranked near Washington
Similar jobs in Washington
- Labor Relations Specialists$104,100 median in Washington
- Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers$122,390 median in Washington
- Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates$134,270 median in Washington
- Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers$88,790 median in Washington (broader BLS group)
- Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists$86,630 median in Washington
- Compliance Managers$164,160 median in Washington (broader BLS group)
Lawyers pay in Washington
How much do lawyers make in Washington?
The median is $154,130 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $94,260 and the top 10% earn over $298,210. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for lawyers?
On pay alone it ranks 14 of 51 (−3% vs. the national median of $159,670). Living costs are not included.