As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Law Clerk in the United States is $72,904. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $65,629 to $83,084, with most professionals earning between $59,005 and $92,352.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $83,084 | $6,924 | $1,598 | $40 |
| Average | $72,904 | $6,075 | $1,402 | $35 |
| 25th Percentile | $65,629 | $5,469 | $1,262 | $32 |
An entry-level Law Clerk with less than 1 year of experience earns about $71,058. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $73,664. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $79,893. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $80,805, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $81,261.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Law Clerk | $71,058 |
| Intermediate Level Law Clerk | $73,664 |
| Senior Level Law Clerk | $79,893 |
| Specialist Level Law Clerk | $80,805 |
| Expert Level Law Clerk | $81,261 |
| Entry Level | 3% |
| Mid Level | 1% |
| Senior Level | 10% |
| Top Level | 11% |
| Experienced | 11% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
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Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of April 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Law Clerk compensation over the past six years.
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $72,904 | 69.9% | ||
| Bonus | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $5,577 | 5.3% | ||
| 401K/403B | $3,062 | 2.9% | ||
| Disability | $1,458 | 1.4% | ||
| Healthcare | $8,352 | 8.0% | ||
| Pension | $3,937 | 3.8% | ||
| Time Off | $8,973 | 8.6% | ||
| Total Compensation | $104,263 | 100% | ||
The average annual salary of Law Clerk is $72,904. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Law Clerk is $35; the average weekly pay of Law Clerk is $1,402; the average monthly pay of Law Clerk is $6,075.
A Law Clerk's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Law Clerk earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Law Clerk is $91,954.
The highest pay for Law Clerk is $92,352.
The lowest pay for Law Clerk is $59,005.
Provides legal support to an attorney or group of attorneys. Performs substantive legal work in client matters according to established policies and procedures and under the direct supervision of a licensed attorney. Drafts, edits, and files legal documents, including contracts, briefs, pleadings, and motions. Researches legal topics, statutes, and regulations to identify potential issues. Has obtained or is in the process of obtaining a law degree but has not passed the state bar exam. May require a JD. Typically reports to a manager. Work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Typically requires 0-2 years of related experience.
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