What are the main factors that influence a Law Intern's salary?

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

What are the highest paying states for a Law Intern?

Law Intern salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Law Intern roles are District of Columbia $59,137, California $58,913, Massachusetts $58,128. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Law Intern roles make?

Salaries for Law Intern level roles vary by specialization: Dean of Law: $299,248; Professor - Law: $175,551; Law Student: $115,654; Law Partner: $114,090; Attorney At Law: $102,262.

Law Intern Salary in Delaware

How much does a Law Intern make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Law Intern in Delaware is $54,090 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, a Law Intern's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,239
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,932 to $66,207
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,683

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Law Intern Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,207	$5,517	$1,273	$32
Average	$54,090	$4,507	$1,040	$26
25th Percentile	$43,932	$3,661	$845	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Law Intern Salaries

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

How Do Law Intern 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 Law Interns. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $59,137.
California: $58,913.
Massachusetts: $58,128.

District of Columbia $59,137 California $58,913 Massachusetts $58,128 Washington $57,914 New Jersey $57,893 Alaska $57,818 Connecticut $57,081 New York $56,782

Hawaii $55,826 Rhode Island $55,377 Maryland $55,072 Minnesota $54,656 Colorado $54,496 Illinois $54,442 Oregon $54,239 Delaware $54,090

New Hampshire $53,996 Virginia $53,785 Pennsylvania $53,171 Nevada $52,861 North Dakota $52,760 Michigan $52,600 Wisconsin $52,541 Vermont $52,423

Texas $52,097 Maine $52,076 Arizona $52,044 Ohio $52,007 Georgia $51,515 Indiana $51,270 Wyoming $51,222 Utah $51,147

Iowa $51,115 Kansas $50,858 Louisiana $50,784 North Carolina $50,757 Missouri $50,746 Florida $50,538 Montana $50,426 Nebraska $50,319

Kentucky $50,260 South Carolina $50,046 Tennessee $49,913 Idaho $49,860 New Mexico $49,470 Oklahoma $49,384 Alabama $49,069 South Dakota $48,540

Arkansas $48,252 West Virginia $48,097 Mississippi $47,632

Top Paying Cities for Law Interns

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:

Lincoln: $53,846
Little Creek: $54,240
Magnolia: $54,162

Lincoln, DE $53,846 Little Creek, DE $54,240 Magnolia, DE $54,162 Milford, DE $53,983 Marydel, DE $54,072 Millsboro, DE $53,620 Millville, DE $53,703 Milton, DE $53,796

Nassau, DE $53,835 Ocean View, DE $53,694 Rehoboth Beach, DE $53,797 Seaford, DE $53,827 Selbyville, DE $53,605 Smyrna, DE $54,278 Viola, DE $54,028 Woodside, DE $54,173

Bear, DE $54,048 Newark, DE $54,028 Claymont, DE $54,138 Delaware City, DE $54,082 Hockessin, DE $54,023 Kirkwood, DE $54,072 Middletown, DE $54,092 Montchanin, DE $54,035

New Castle, DE $54,043 Odessa, DE $54,119 Port Penn, DE $54,155 Rockland, DE $54,041 Saint Georges, DE $54,075 Townsend, DE $54,159 Winterthur, DE $54,047 Lewes, DE $53,817

Wilmington, DE $54,026 Dover, DE $54,240 Dover Afb, DE $53,955 Bethany Beach, DE $53,637 Bethel, DE $53,693 Bridgeville, DE $53,819 Camden Wyoming, DE $54,088 Cheswold, DE $54,223

Clayton, DE $54,224 Dagsboro, DE $53,600 Delmar, DE $53,514 Ellendale, DE $53,676 Felton, DE $53,979 Fenwick Island, DE $53,612 Frankford, DE $53,518 Frederica, DE $54,032

Georgetown, DE $53,580 Greenwood, DE $53,828 Harbeson, DE $53,637 Harrington, DE $53,910 Hartly, DE $54,078 Houston, DE $53,833 Kenton, DE $54,227 Laurel, DE $53,548

Yorklyn, DE $54,039

Law Intern Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Law Intern'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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$43,932

Average $54,090/year

$66,207

$3,661

Average $4,507/month

$5,517

$845

Average $1,040/week

$1,273

$21

Average $26/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,207	$5,517	$1,273	$32
Average	$54,090	$4,507	$1,040	$26
25th Percentile	$43,932	$3,661	$845	$21

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