Lawyers salary in Illinois
How much does a lawyer make in Illinois?
The median lawyer in Illinois earns $160,800 a year, and the mean is $181,240 (BLS, May 2025). That ranks Illinois #10 of 51 states and is $1,130 above the US median of $159,670.
| Median annual wage | $160,800 |
|---|---|
| Mean annual wage | $181,240 |
| People employed | 33,590 |
| Rank among states (median) | #10 of 51 |
| US median | $159,670 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Median is the middle wage; half of workers earn more and half less. Pay varies with experience, employer and city.
Nearby in the ranking
- Connecticut: $163,600 median
- New Jersey: $161,430 median
- Pennsylvania: $157,180 median
- Minnesota: $155,140 median
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