Lawyers Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $119,990 -20.6% vs national
Median hourly $57.69
10th percentile $75,440
90th percentile —
Employed locally 360
National median $151,160

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $75,440
    25th
    $96,650
    50th (median)
    $119,990
    75th
    $149,990

    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 Northeastern Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Paralegals and Legal Assistants $50,910
    Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers $50,720

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Lawyers make per hour in Northeastern Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Lawyers in Northeastern Wisconsin is $57.69, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $146.16 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Wisconsin above or below average for Lawyers salaries?

    The median Lawyers salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 20.6% 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 Northeastern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Lawyers (10th percentile) earn around $75,440 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $96,650.