Lawyer Salary in Tampa, FL
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$142,909
Hourly Rate
$68.71
/hour
Jobs in Area
380
employed
Lawyer Salary Range in Tampa, FL
Annual Salary Range
$95k
10th percentile
$118k
25th
$167k
75th
$202k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $94,843 | $45.60 |
| 25th Percentile | $118,492 | $56.97 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $142,909 | $68.71 |
| 75th Percentile | $166,612 | $80.10 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $201,962 | $97.10 |
| Average (Mean) | $153,701 | $73.89 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Lawyer salary in Tampa, FL is $142,909 per year or $68.71 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 Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Tampa, FL Compares
vs National Average
$145,760
vs Florida Average
$155,222
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$146,573
Cost of living in Tampa, FL is 2.5% below the national average.
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