BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Lawyers in Illinois earn between $82,160 and $330,200, with a mean of $181,240. The national average for this role is $185,844.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| Illinois | $181,240 |
| National Average | $185,844 |
| District of Columbia | $242,800 |
| California | $230,040 |
| New York | $220,180 |
| Colorado | $206,440 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. Illinois. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.