Lawyers pay in Madison
In Madison (WI), the median pay for lawyers is $59.68 an hour ($124,130 a year). About 1,860 people work in this job there.
That is 22% lower than the U.S. median ($159,670). It is 2% lower than the Wisconsin median ($126,760).
Pay range for lawyers in Madison (WI)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $37.04 | $77,040 |
| 25% of workers | $47.61 | $99,020 |
| Half of workers (median) | $59.68 | $124,130 |
| 75% of workers | $82.36 | $171,300 |
| 90% of workers | $175.73 | $365,510 |
Lawyers pay in Wisconsin metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $131,100 | 4,040 |
| Appleton | $126,390 | 250 |
| Madison (this page) | $124,130 | 1,860 |
| Fond du Lac | $121,720 | 60 |
| Green Bay | $119,370 | 310 |
| Eau Claire | $116,320 | 170 |
| Sheboygan | $115,770 | 80 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah | $115,290 | 210 |
| Janesville-Beloit | $110,380 | 140 |
| Kenosha | $108,420 | 120 |
| Racine-Mount Pleasant | $106,900 | 160 |
| Wausau | $106,290 | 150 |
| La Crosse-Onalaska | $104,910 | 130 |
Wisconsin unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 |
|---|---|
| Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators | $81,200 |
| Compliance Officers | $80,440 |
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