Lawyer Salary in Atlanta, GA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$143,235
Hourly Rate
$68.86
/hour
Jobs in Area
543
employed
Lawyer Salary Range in Atlanta, GA
Annual Salary Range
$94k
10th percentile
$117k
25th
$171k
75th
$210k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $94,102 | $45.24 |
| 25th Percentile | $116,761 | $56.14 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $143,235 | $68.86 |
| 75th Percentile | $170,671 | $82.05 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $209,534 | $100.74 |
| Average (Mean) | $155,334 | $74.68 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Lawyer salary in Atlanta, GA is $143,235 per year or $68.86 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Atlanta, GA Compares
vs National Average
$145,760
vs Georgia Average
$149,671
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$140,702
Cost of living in Atlanta, GA is 1.8% above the national average.
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