Lawyers Salary in Eastern Oregon

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $93,640 -38.1% vs national
Median hourly $45.02
10th percentile $40,450
90th percentile $153,550
Employed locally 140
National median $151,160

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,450
    25th
    $75,920
    50th (median)
    $93,640
    75th
    $127,360
    90th
    $153,550

    Top-paying metros for Lawyers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $301,320
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $215,090
    Midland, MI $209,430
    Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA $205,900
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $203,450
    California $197,790

    Related occupations in Eastern Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Paralegals and Legal Assistants $50,170

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Lawyers make per hour in Eastern Oregon?

    The median hourly wage for Lawyers in Eastern Oregon is $45.02, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $99.42 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Oregon above or below average for Lawyers salaries?

    The median Lawyers salary in Eastern Oregon is 38.1% below the national median of $151,160. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Lawyers in Eastern Oregon?

    Entry-level Lawyers (10th percentile) earn around $40,450 per year in Eastern Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $75,920.