Lawyers Salary in Northeast Maine

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Maine nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $100,290 -33.7% vs national
Median hourly $48.22
10th percentile $55,730
90th percentile $166,400
Employed locally 80
National median $151,160

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $55,730
    25th
    $77,630
    50th (median)
    $100,290
    75th
    $121,890
    90th
    $166,400

    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 Northeast Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Paralegals and Legal Assistants $47,510

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Lawyers make per hour in Northeast Maine?

    The median hourly wage for Lawyers in Northeast Maine is $48.22, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $84.20 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Maine above or below average for Lawyers salaries?

    The median Lawyers salary in Northeast Maine is 33.7% 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 Northeast Maine?

    Entry-level Lawyers (10th percentile) earn around $55,730 per year in Northeast Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $77,630.