What are the main factors that influence a Law Student'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 Law Student?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Law Student roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

What are the highest paying states for a Law Student?

Law Student salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Law Student roles are District of Columbia $128,052, California $127,566, Massachusetts $125,866. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Law Student roles make?

Salaries for Law Student level roles vary by specialization: College Professor - Law: $175,600; University Professor - Law: $175,560; Professor - Law: $175,551; College Associate Professor - Law: $130,600; Assoc. Professor - Law: $130,577.

Law Student Salary in Delaware

How much does a Law Student make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Law Student in Delaware is $117,123 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $158,804
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $104,534 to $138,940
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $93,072

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Law Student Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$138,940	$11,578	$2,672	$67
Average	$117,123	$9,760	$2,252	$56
25th Percentile	$104,534	$8,711	$2,010	$50

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Key Factors That Influence Law Student Salaries

A Law Student'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 Student 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 Students. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $128,052.
California: $127,566.
Massachusetts: $125,866.

District of Columbia $128,052 California $127,566 Massachusetts $125,866 Washington $125,404 New Jersey $125,357 Alaska $125,195 Connecticut $123,599 New York $122,952

Hawaii $120,882 Rhode Island $119,910 Maryland $119,251 Minnesota $118,349 Colorado $118,002 Illinois $117,886 Oregon $117,447 Delaware $117,123

New Hampshire $116,919 Virginia $116,464 Pennsylvania $115,134 Nevada $114,463 North Dakota $114,243 Michigan $113,896 Wisconsin $113,769 Vermont $113,514

Texas $112,809 Maine $112,763 Arizona $112,693 Ohio $112,612 Georgia $111,548 Indiana $111,016 Wyoming $110,912 Utah $110,750

Iowa $110,681 Kansas $110,126 Louisiana $109,964 North Carolina $109,906 Missouri $109,883 Florida $109,432 Montana $109,189 Nebraska $108,958

Kentucky $108,830 South Carolina $108,368 Tennessee $108,079 Idaho $107,963 New Mexico $107,119 Oklahoma $106,934 Alabama $106,251 South Dakota $105,106

Arkansas $104,482 West Virginia $104,146 Mississippi $103,140

Top Paying Cities for Law Students

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: $116,595
Little Creek: $117,449
Magnolia: $117,280

Lincoln, DE $116,595 Little Creek, DE $117,449 Magnolia, DE $117,280 Milford, DE $116,891 Marydel, DE $117,083 Millsboro, DE $116,106 Millville, DE $116,285 Milton, DE $116,487

Nassau, DE $116,571 Ocean View, DE $116,266 Rehoboth Beach, DE $116,489 Seaford, DE $116,555 Selbyville, DE $116,073 Smyrna, DE $117,530 Viola, DE $116,989 Woodside, DE $117,303

Bear, DE $117,033 Newark, DE $116,989 Claymont, DE $117,228 Delaware City, DE $117,105 Hockessin, DE $116,978 Kirkwood, DE $117,083 Middletown, DE $117,129 Montchanin, DE $117,005

New Castle, DE $117,022 Odessa, DE $117,186 Port Penn, DE $117,265 Rockland, DE $117,016 Saint Georges, DE $117,092 Townsend, DE $117,272 Winterthur, DE $117,030 Lewes, DE $116,532

Wilmington, DE $116,984 Dover, DE $117,449 Dover Afb, DE $116,830 Bethany Beach, DE $116,143 Bethel, DE $116,263 Bridgeville, DE $116,538 Camden Wyoming, DE $117,118 Cheswold, DE $117,411

Clayton, DE $117,414 Dagsboro, DE $116,062 Delmar, DE $115,876 Ellendale, DE $116,228 Felton, DE $116,882 Fenwick Island, DE $116,088 Frankford, DE $115,885 Frederica, DE $116,998

Georgetown, DE $116,018 Greenwood, DE $116,556 Harbeson, DE $116,142 Harrington, DE $116,734 Hartly, DE $117,097 Houston, DE $116,568 Kenton, DE $117,420 Laurel, DE $115,949

Yorklyn, DE $117,013

Law Student Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Law Student roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Law Student positions in Business Services or Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Law Student as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Law Student

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$134,691	$65.0	15%
Energy & Utilities	$122,979	$59.0	5%

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

Understanding how a Law Student'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

$104,534

Average $117,123/year

$138,940

$8,711

Average $9,760/month

$11,578

$2,010

Average $2,252/week

$2,672

$50

Average $56/hour

$67

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$138,940	$11,578	$2,672	$67
Average	$117,123	$9,760	$2,252	$56
25th Percentile	$104,534	$8,711	$2,010	$50

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