Lawyers salary in Texas
How much does a lawyer make in Texas?
The median lawyer in Texas earns $154,200 a year, and the mean is $180,370 (BLS, May 2025). That ranks Texas #13 of 51 states and is $5,470 below the US median of $159,670.
| Median annual wage | $154,200 |
|---|---|
| Mean annual wage | $180,370 |
| People employed | 56,580 |
| Rank among states (median) | #13 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
- Pennsylvania: $157,180 median
- Minnesota: $155,140 median
- Washington: $154,130 median
- Nevada: $150,510 median
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