Lawyers Salary in Northwest Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $81,880 -45.8% vs national
Median hourly $39.37
10th percentile $57,270
90th percentile $196,610
Employed locally 220
National median $151,160

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $57,270
    25th
    $77,020
    50th (median)
    $81,880
    75th
    $126,170
    90th
    $196,610

    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 Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Paralegals and Legal Assistants $42,790
    Legal Support Workers, All Other $51,240

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Lawyers make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Lawyers in Northwest Illinois is $39.37, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $100.41 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Lawyers salaries?

    The median Lawyers salary in Northwest Illinois is 45.8% 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 Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Lawyers (10th percentile) earn around $57,270 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $77,020.