Lawyers pay in Richmond
In Richmond (VA), the median pay for lawyers is $69.67 an hour ($144,910 a year). About 3,780 people work in this job there.
That is 9% lower than the U.S. median ($159,670). It is 13% lower than the Virginia median ($167,210).
Pay range for lawyers in Richmond (VA)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $37.12 | $77,210 |
| 25% of workers | $48.31 | $100,490 |
| Half of workers (median) | $69.67 | $144,910 |
| 75% of workers | $103.69 | $215,680 |
| 90% of workers | $164.48 | $342,110 |
Lawyers pay in Virginia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Charlottesville | $149,430 | 390 |
| Richmond (this page) | $144,910 | 3,780 |
| Roanoke | $134,440 | 480 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk | $133,380 | 2,280 |
| Harrisonburg | $127,070 | 130 |
| Winchester | $124,760 | 140 |
| Lynchburg | $122,110 | 250 |
| Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford | $106,500 | 130 |
| Staunton-Stuarts Draft | $103,530 | 80 |
Virginia unemployment rate: 3.6% (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 Richmond (VA)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Compliance Officers | $77,060 |
| Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators | $78,780 |
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