BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Lawyers in California earn between $97,950 and $369,180, with a mean of $230,040. The national average for this role is $185,844.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| California | $230,040 |
| National Average | $185,844 |
| District of Columbia | $242,800 |
| New York | $220,180 |
| Colorado | $206,440 |
| Massachusetts | $205,980 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. California. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.