Lawyers pay in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler
In Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ), the median pay for lawyers is $65.23 an hour ($135,670 a year). About 8,820 people work in this job there.
That is 15% lower than the U.S. median ($159,670). It is about the same as the Arizona median ($134,260).
Pay range for lawyers in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $41.91 | $87,170 |
| 25% of workers | $49.60 | $103,160 |
| Half of workers (median) | $65.23 | $135,670 |
| 75% of workers | $92.89 | $193,210 |
| 90% of workers | $140.26 | $291,750 |
Lawyers pay in Arizona metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Flagstaff | $154,330 | 140 |
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (this page) | $135,670 | 8,820 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott | $128,020 | 200 |
| Yuma | $126,730 | 140 |
| Sierra Vista-Douglas | $119,990 | 80 |
| Lake Havasu City-Kingman | $107,620 | 130 |
| Tucson | $107,510 | 1,690 |
Arizona unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for lawyers
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +4.7% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 28,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators | $64,370 |
| Compliance Officers | $74,240 |
| Chief Executives | $138,900 |
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