Judicial Law Clerks Salary by Percentile

$30,215 $98,057
10th pct Median: $57,010 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)$30,215$14.53
25th Percentile$41,047$19.73
50th (Median)$57,010$27.41
75th Percentile$78,674$37.82
90th (Top Earners)$98,057$47.14
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Judicial Law Clerks

# State Median Annual Median Hourly
1 California (CA) $71,263 $34.26
2 Massachusetts (MA) $69,552 $33.44
3 New York (NY) $69,552 $33.44
4 New Jersey (NJ) $68,412 $32.89
5 Connecticut (CT) $67,272 $32.34
6 Maryland (MD) $67,272 $32.34
7 Hawaii (HI) $65,562 $31.52
8 Alaska (AK) $63,851 $30.70
9 Washington (WA) $63,851 $30.70
10 Colorado (CO) $61,571 $29.60
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Judicial Law Clerks

Judicial Law Clerks work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the legal sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Doctoral or professional degree

Job Outlook for Judicial Law Clerks

Projected Growth
+8%
2022-2032
▲ 8% (Faster than average)
Annual Job Openings
91,600
projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Judicial Law Clerks make?
The median annual salary for Judicial Law Clerks is $57,010 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $30,215, while the top 10% earn $98,057 or more.
What is the hourly wage for Judicial Law Clerks?
Judicial Law Clerks earn a median hourly wage of $27.41 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $57,010 annually.
Is Judicial Law Clerks a good-paying career?
With a median salary of $57,010, Judicial Law Clerks represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Faster than average (8% growth, 2022-2032).
What education do Judicial Law Clerks need?
Typical entry-level education: Doctoral or professional degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.

Judicial Law Clerks Salary by State

Click any state to see detailed judicial law clerks salary data for that state.

Alabama
$50,169/yr
Alaska
$63,851/yr
Arizona
$55,870/yr
Arkansas
$47,888/yr
California
$71,263/yr
Colorado
$61,571/yr
Connecticut
$67,272/yr
Delaware
$59,861/yr
Florida
$54,730/yr
Georgia
$53,019/yr
Hawaii
$65,562/yr
Idaho
$51,309/yr
Illinois
$59,861/yr
Indiana
$51,879/yr
Iowa
$51,309/yr
Kansas
$51,309/yr
Kentucky
$50,739/yr
Louisiana
$50,169/yr
Maine
$53,019/yr
Maryland
$67,272/yr
Massachusetts
$69,552/yr
Michigan
$54,730/yr
Minnesota
$59,290/yr
Mississippi
$46,178/yr
Missouri
$51,879/yr
Montana
$50,169/yr
Nebraska
$51,309/yr
Nevada
$56,440/yr
New Hampshire
$61,571/yr
New Jersey
$68,412/yr
New Mexico
$49,599/yr
New York
$69,552/yr
North Carolina
$53,019/yr
Ohio
$53,019/yr
Oklahoma
$49,599/yr
Oregon
$60,431/yr
Pennsylvania
$57,580/yr
Rhode Island
$59,861/yr
South Carolina
$51,309/yr
Tennessee
$51,309/yr
Texas
$55,300/yr
Utah
$55,300/yr
Vermont
$55,870/yr
Virginia
$61,001/yr
Washington
$63,851/yr
West Virginia
$46,748/yr
Wisconsin
$54,160/yr
Wyoming
$52,449/yr