Lawyers salary in Massachusetts
How much does a lawyer make in Massachusetts?
The median lawyer in Massachusetts earns $176,680 a year, and the mean is $205,980 (BLS, May 2025). That ranks Massachusetts #4 of 51 states and is $17,010 above the US median of $159,670.
| Median annual wage | $176,680 |
|---|---|
| Mean annual wage | $205,980 |
| People employed | 23,560 |
| Rank among states (median) | #4 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
- District of Columbia: $195,190 median
- California: $195,080 median
- Delaware: $173,510 median
- Colorado: $168,520 median
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