As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Assistant County Attorney in the US is $71,607, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,377 weekly, or $5,967 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Assistant County Attorney in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Assistant County Attorney in the US vary widely, spanning from $57,890 to $85,497. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,427) and 75th percentile ($78,877), while top earners (90th percentile) make $85,497 per year. This $14,450 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Scheduling or Microsoft Word, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Assistant County Attorney often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 78 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Assistant County Attorney Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Assistant County Attorney Salary $57,890 US July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Assistant County Attorney Salary $64,427 US July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Assistant County Attorney Salary $71,607 US July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Assistant County Attorney Salary $78,877 US July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Assistant County Attorney Salary $85,497 US July 01, 2026
25% $64,427 10% $57,890 90% $85,497 75% $78,877 $71,607 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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