Lawyers pay in Delaware
In Delaware, the median pay for lawyers is $83.42 an hour ($173,510 a year). About 2,920 people work in this job there.
That is 9% higher than the U.S. median ($159,670). Delaware ranks 5th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for lawyers in Delaware
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $48.65 | $101,200 |
| 25% of workers | $62.80 | $130,630 |
| Half of workers (median) | $83.42 | $173,510 |
| 75% of workers | $108.74 | $226,190 |
| 90% of workers | $170.63 | $354,910 |
Delaware unemployment rate: 4.7% (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 Delaware
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Compliance Officers | $91,050 |
| Financial Specialists, All Other | $80,610 |
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