Lawyer (Attorney) Salary in California
Explore lawyer (attorney) salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$160,346
Monthly: $13,362
Biweekly: $6,167
Entry Level
$84,690
Monthly: $7,058
Biweekly: $3,257
Senior Level
$282,299
Monthly: $23,525
Biweekly: $10,858
Job Growth
18%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $84,690 | $160,346 | $282,299 |
| Monthly | $7,058 | $13,362 | $23,525 |
| Biweekly | $3,257 | $6,167 | $10,858 |
| Weekly | $1,629 | $3,084 | $5,429 |
| Hourly | $41 | $77 | $136 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$125,270
CA Median
$160,346
Difference
+$35,076
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Advise clients on legal matters and represent them in court.
Education
Bachelor's degree plus Juris Doctor (JD); Bar license required
Key Skills
Legal ResearchClient AdvocacyNegotiationLegal Writing
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