What are the main factors that influence a Corporate Counsel III's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Corporate Counsel 's salary?

A Corporate Counsel 's salary grows with experience: a Corporate Counsel II (2-4 years)earns $161,098, a Corporate Counsel III (4-7 years)earns $182,471, a Corporate Counsel IV (7+ years)earns $196,846, a Corporate Counsel V (7-10 years)earns $246,789,

What are the highest paying states for a Corporate Counsel III?

Corporate Counsel III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Corporate Counsel III roles are District of Columbia $182,500, California $181,800, Massachusetts $179,400. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Corporate Counsel roles make?

Salaries for Corporate Counsel level roles vary by specialization: Corporate Legal Counsel: $299,317; Corporate General Counsel: $287,476; Associate Corporate Counsel: $285,713; Assistant Corporate Counsel: $248,133; Corporate Counsel V: $222,900.

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Corporate Counsel III Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Corporate Counsel III make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Corporate Counsel III in District of Columbia is $182,500 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $88.

However, a Corporate Counsel III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $269,999
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $155,000 to $228,300
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $129,963

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Corporate Counsel III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$228,300	$19,025	$4,390	$110
Average	$182,500	$15,208	$3,510	$88
25th Percentile	$155,000	$12,917	$2,981	$75

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Key Factors That Influence Corporate Counsel III Salaries

A Corporate Counsel III's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Corporate Counsel Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Corporate Counsel III's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Corporate Counsel II (2-4 years): $161,098
Corporate Counsel III (4-7 years): $182,471
Corporate Counsel IV (7+ years): $196,846
Corporate Counsel V (7-10 years): $246,789

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Corporate Counsel II	2-4 years	$161,098
Corporate Counsel III	4-7 years	$182,471
Corporate Counsel IV	7+ years	$196,846
Corporate Counsel V	7-10 years	$246,789

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How Do Corporate Counsel III Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Corporate Counsel IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $182,500.
California: $181,800.
Massachusetts: $179,400.

District of Columbia $182,500 California $181,800 Massachusetts $179,400 Washington $178,700 New Jersey $178,700 Alaska $178,500 Connecticut $176,200 New York $175,300

Hawaii $172,300 Rhode Island $170,900 Maryland $170,000 Minnesota $168,700 Colorado $168,200 Illinois $168,000 Oregon $167,400 Delaware $166,900

New Hampshire $166,700 Virginia $166,000 Pennsylvania $164,100 Nevada $163,200 North Dakota $162,800 Michigan $162,300 Wisconsin $162,200 Vermont $161,800

Texas $160,800 Maine $160,700 Arizona $160,600 Ohio $160,500 Georgia $159,000 Indiana $158,200 Wyoming $158,100 Utah $157,900

Iowa $157,800 Kansas $157,000 Louisiana $156,700 North Carolina $156,700 Missouri $156,600 Florida $156,000 Montana $155,600 Nebraska $155,300

Kentucky $155,100 South Carolina $154,500 Tennessee $154,100 Idaho $153,900 New Mexico $152,700 Oklahoma $152,400 Alabama $151,500 South Dakota $149,800

Arkansas $148,900 West Virginia $148,500 Mississippi $147,000

Top Paying Cities for Corporate Counsel IIIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $182,500
Washington: $182,500
Naval Anacost Annex: $182,500

Parcel Return Service, DC $182,500 Washington, DC $182,500 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $182,500 Washington Navy Yard, DC $182,500

Corporate Counsel III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Corporate Counsel III's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$155,000

Average $182,500/year

$228,300

$12,917

Average $15,208/month

$19,025

$2,981

Average $3,510/week

$4,390

$75

Average $88/hour

$110

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$228,300	$19,025	$4,390	$110
Average	$182,500	$15,208	$3,510	$88
25th Percentile	$155,000	$12,917	$2,981	$75

Corporate Counsel III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Corporate Counsel III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Corporate Counsel IV role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $196,900 - a projected growth of 8% over your current level.

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