Lawyers pay in Columbus
In Columbus (OH), the median pay for lawyers is $66.25 an hour ($137,810 a year). About 4,960 people work in this job there.
That is 14% lower than the U.S. median ($159,670). It is 5% higher than the Ohio median ($131,020).
Pay range for lawyers in Columbus (OH)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $38.23 | $79,510 |
| 25% of workers | $48.61 | $101,100 |
| Half of workers (median) | $66.25 | $137,810 |
| 75% of workers | $89.84 | $186,870 |
| 90% of workers | $113.05 | $235,150 |
Lawyers pay in Ohio metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus (this page) | $137,810 | 4,960 |
| Cleveland | $134,680 | 5,540 |
| Cincinnati | $130,980 | 3,870 |
| Akron | $126,270 | 1,150 |
| Canton-Massillon | $119,210 | 450 |
| Toledo | $113,920 | 820 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $104,170 | 1,040 |
| Sandusky | $101,270 | 130 |
| Youngstown-Warren | $101,250 | 400 |
| Springfield | $94,470 | 70 |
| Lima | $83,260 | 90 |
| Mansfield | $79,820 | 80 |
Ohio unemployment rate: 3.3% (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)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
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| Compliance Officers | $79,780 |
| Financial Specialists, All Other | $83,160 |
| Chief Executives | $162,910 |
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