What are the main factors that influence an Intellectual Property Attorney II's salary?

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

How does experience change An Intellectual Property Attorney 's salary?

An Intellectual Property Attorney 's salary grows with experience: an Intellectual Property Attorney I (0-2 years)earns $186,364, an Intellectual Property Attorney II (2-4 years)earns $215,805, an Intellectual Property Attorney III (4-7 years)earns $271,986, an Intellectual Property Attorney IV (7+ years)earns $309,658,

What are the highest paying states for an Intellectual Property Attorney II?

Intellectual Property Attorney II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Intellectual Property Attorney II roles are District of Columbia $215,805, California $214,987, Massachusetts $212,122. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Intellectual Property Attorney roles make?

Salaries for Intellectual Property Attorney level roles vary by specialization: Attorney, Specialist - Intellectual Property: $279,700; Intellectual Property Attorney IV: $279,677; Attorney, Senior - Intellectual Property: $245,700; Senior Intellectual Property Attorney: $245,690; Intellectual Property Attorney: $202,737.

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Intellectual Property Attorney II Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Intellectual Property Attorney II make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Intellectual Property Attorney II in District of Columbia is $215,805 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $104.

However, an Intellectual Property Attorney II's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $248,327
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $198,763 to $232,829
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $183,248

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Intellectual Property Attorney II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$232,829	$19,402	$4,477	$112
Average	$215,805	$17,984	$4,150	$104
25th Percentile	$198,763	$16,564	$3,822	$96

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Key Factors That Influence Intellectual Property Attorney II Salaries

An Intellectual Property Attorney II'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 Intellectual Property Attorney Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Intellectual Property Attorney II'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:

Intellectual Property Attorney I (0-2 years): $186,364
Intellectual Property Attorney II (2-4 years): $215,805
Intellectual Property Attorney III (4-7 years): $271,986
Intellectual Property Attorney IV (7+ years): $309,658

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Intellectual Property Attorney I	0-2 years	$186,364
Intellectual Property Attorney II	2-4 years	$215,805
Intellectual Property Attorney III	4-7 years	$271,986
Intellectual Property Attorney IV	7+ years	$309,658

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How Do Intellectual Property Attorney II 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 Intellectual Property Attorney IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $215,805.
California: $214,987.
Massachusetts: $212,122.

District of Columbia $215,805 California $214,987 Massachusetts $212,122 Washington $211,342 New Jersey $211,264 Alaska $210,991 Connecticut $208,301 New York $207,210

Hawaii $203,721 Rhode Island $202,084 Maryland $200,973 Minnesota $199,452 Colorado $198,868 Illinois $198,673 Oregon $197,932 Delaware $197,386

New Hampshire $197,043 Virginia $196,275 Pennsylvania $194,034 Nevada $192,903 North Dakota $192,533 Michigan $191,948 Wisconsin $191,734 Vermont $191,305

Texas $190,116 Maine $190,038 Arizona $189,921 Ohio $189,785 Georgia $187,992 Indiana $187,095 Wyoming $186,920 Utah $186,647

Iowa $186,530 Kansas $185,594 Louisiana $185,321 North Carolina $185,224 Missouri $185,185 Florida $184,425 Montana $184,015 Nebraska $183,626

Kentucky $183,411 South Carolina $182,632 Tennessee $182,144 Idaho $181,949 New Mexico $180,527 Oklahoma $180,215 Alabama $179,065 South Dakota $177,135

Arkansas $176,083 West Virginia $175,517 Mississippi $173,822

Top Paying Cities for Intellectual Property Attorney IIs

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: $215,805
Washington: $215,805
Naval Anacost Annex: $215,805

Parcel Return Service, DC $215,805 Washington, DC $215,805 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $215,805 Washington Navy Yard, DC $215,805

Intellectual Property Attorney II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Intellectual Property Attorney II'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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$198,763

Average $215,805/year

$232,829

$16,564

Average $17,984/month

$19,402

$3,822

Average $4,150/week

$4,477

$96

Average $104/hour

$112

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$232,829	$19,402	$4,477	$112
Average	$215,805	$17,984	$4,150	$104
25th Percentile	$198,763	$16,564	$3,822	$96

Intellectual Property Attorney II Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Intellectual Property Attorney II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Intellectual Property Attorney III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $271,986 - a projected growth of 26% over your current level.

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