Attorney salary in Washington, DC

How much does a Attorney make in Washington, DC?

Median base salary

Government data

$195,190

Median $195,190
Low $106,520High $382,890

Based on 46,840 workers surveyed from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV (updated July 31, 2026).

Salary range

10th percentile
$106,520
25th percentile
$161,470
75th percentile
$309,140
90th percentile
$382,890

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