Lawyer Salary in Kansas City, MO
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$137,735
Hourly Rate
$66.22
/hour
Jobs in Area
427
employed
Lawyer Salary Range in Kansas City, MO
Annual Salary Range
$88k
10th percentile
$113k
25th
$161k
75th
$203k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $88,181 | $42.39 |
| 25th Percentile | $113,327 | $54.48 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $137,735 | $66.22 |
| 75th Percentile | $160,959 | $77.38 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $202,963 | $97.58 |
| Average (Mean) | $149,422 | $71.84 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Lawyer salary in Kansas City, MO is $137,735 per year or $66.22 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 Kansas City Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Kansas City, MO Compares
vs National Average
$145,760
vs Missouri Average
$151,897
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$147,943
Cost of living in Kansas City, MO is 6.9% below the national average.
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