What are the main factors that influence an Entry Level Attorney's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Entry Level Attorney?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Entry Level Attorney roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Entry Level Attorney's salary?

An Entry Level Attorney's salary grows with experience: an Entry Level Attorney (0-2 years)earns $102,895, an Attorney II (2-4 years)earns $136,605, an Attorney III (4-7 years)earns $193,012, an Attorney IV (7+ years)earns $219,756, an Attorney V (7-10 years)earns $260,829,

What are the highest paying states for an Entry Level Attorney?

Entry Level Attorney salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Entry Level Attorney roles are District of Columbia $111,495, California $111,072, Massachusetts $109,592. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Entry Level Attorney roles make?

Salaries for Entry Level Attorney level roles vary by specialization: Entry Level Attorney Position: $184,558; Attorney, Entry - Taxes: $107,600; Entry Level Associate Attorney: $96,804; Entry Level Actuary: $80,901; Entry Level Auditor: $67,701.

Entry Level Attorney Salary in Delaware

How much does an Entry Level Attorney make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Level Attorney in Delaware is $101,979 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $120,571
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $88,793 to $111,711
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,787

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Entry Level Attorney Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$111,711	$9,309	$2,148	$54
Average	$101,979	$8,498	$1,961	$49
25th Percentile	$88,793	$7,399	$1,708	$43

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Key Factors That Influence Entry Level Attorney Salaries

An Entry Level Attorney'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 Entry Level Attorney Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Entry Level Attorney'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $102,895
Early Career (1-2 years): $136,605
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $193,012
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $219,756
Expert (over 8 years): $260,829

Levels	Salary
Entry Lev... Level Entry Level Attorney	$102,895
Attorney ... Level Entry Level Attorney	$136,605
Attorney ... Level Entry Level Attorney	$193,012
Attorney ... Level Entry Level Attorney	$219,756
Attorney ... Level Entry Level Attorney	$260,829

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How Do Entry Level Attorney 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 Entry Level Attorneys. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $111,495.
California: $111,072.
Massachusetts: $109,592.

District of Columbia $111,495 California $111,072 Massachusetts $109,592 Washington $109,189 New Jersey $109,149 Alaska $109,008 Connecticut $107,618 New York $107,054

Hawaii $105,252 Rhode Island $104,406 Maryland $103,832 Minnesota $103,046 Colorado $102,744 Illinois $102,644 Oregon $102,261 Delaware $101,979

New Hampshire $101,802 Virginia $101,405 Pennsylvania $100,247 Nevada $99,663 North Dakota $99,471 Michigan $99,169 Wisconsin $99,059 Vermont $98,837

Texas $98,223 Maine $98,183 Arizona $98,122 Ohio $98,052 Georgia $97,125 Indiana $96,662 Wyoming $96,571 Utah $96,430

Iowa $96,370 Kansas $95,887 Louisiana $95,746 North Carolina $95,695 Missouri $95,675 Florida $95,282 Montana $95,071 Nebraska $94,869

Kentucky $94,759 South Carolina $94,356 Tennessee $94,104 Idaho $94,003 New Mexico $93,268 Oklahoma $93,107 Alabama $92,513 South Dakota $91,516

Arkansas $90,972 West Virginia $90,680 Mississippi $89,804

Top Paying Cities for Entry Level Attorneys

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: $101,520
Little Creek: $102,263
Magnolia: $102,116

Lincoln, DE $101,520 Little Creek, DE $102,263 Magnolia, DE $102,116 Milford, DE $101,777 Marydel, DE $101,945 Millsboro, DE $101,094 Millville, DE $101,250 Milton, DE $101,425

Nassau, DE $101,499 Ocean View, DE $101,233 Rehoboth Beach, DE $101,427 Seaford, DE $101,484 Selbyville, DE $101,065 Smyrna, DE $102,333 Viola, DE $101,862 Woodside, DE $102,136

Bear, DE $101,900 Newark, DE $101,862 Claymont, DE $102,071 Delaware City, DE $101,964 Hockessin, DE $101,853 Kirkwood, DE $101,945 Middletown, DE $101,984 Montchanin, DE $101,876

New Castle, DE $101,891 Odessa, DE $102,034 Port Penn, DE $102,103 Rockland, DE $101,886 Saint Georges, DE $101,952 Townsend, DE $102,109 Winterthur, DE $101,898 Lewes, DE $101,464

Wilmington, DE $101,858 Dover, DE $102,263 Dover Afb, DE $101,724 Bethany Beach, DE $101,126 Bethel, DE $101,231 Bridgeville, DE $101,469 Camden Wyoming, DE $101,975 Cheswold, DE $102,230

Clayton, DE $102,233 Dagsboro, DE $101,055 Delmar, DE $100,893 Ellendale, DE $101,199 Felton, DE $101,769 Fenwick Island, DE $101,078 Frankford, DE $100,901 Frederica, DE $101,870

Georgetown, DE $101,017 Greenwood, DE $101,485 Harbeson, DE $101,125 Harrington, DE $101,641 Hartly, DE $101,957 Houston, DE $101,496 Kenton, DE $102,238 Laurel, DE $100,957

Yorklyn, DE $101,883

Entry Level Attorney Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Entry Level Attorney roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Entry Level Attorney positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Entry Level Attorney as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Entry Level Attorney

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$122,375	$59.0	20%
Biotechnology	$122,375	$59.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$122,375	$59.0	20%
Financial Services	$122,375	$59.0	20%
Healthcare	$122,375	$59.0	20%

Entry Level Attorney Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Entry Level Attorney'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 August 01, 2026

$88,793

Average $101,979/year

$111,711

$7,399

Average $8,498/month

$9,309

$1,708

Average $1,961/week

$2,148

$43

Average $49/hour

$54

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$111,711	$9,309	$2,148	$54
Average	$101,979	$8,498	$1,961	$49
25th Percentile	$88,793	$7,399	$1,708	$43

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