Attorney salary in United States, 2026

The average salary for an Attorney is $124,633 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 20.6k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on July 26, 2026.

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Attorney salaries typically range between a low of $70,194 and a high of $221,291 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Attorney include New York, NY at $158,802 per year, Los Angeles, CA at $150,281 per year, and Atlanta, GA at $140,980 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Attorney include Wollborg Michelson Recruiting ($442,000 per year) and City of Greenville ($421,200 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Attorney salary compares to related positions:

• Associate Attorney: Average $123,269 per year
• Senior Attorney: Average $144,228 per year
• Junior Attorney: Average $112,163 per year