As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Assistant County Attorney in District of Columbia is $79,283, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,525 weekly, or $6,607 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 District of Columbia vary widely, spanning from $64,096 to $94,662. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($71,334) and 75th percentile ($87,333), while top earners (90th percentile) make $94,662 per year. This $15,999 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% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 78 companies. However, District of Columbia currently ranks 1 nationwide for Assistant County Attorney job salary. 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 $64,096 DC July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Assistant County Attorney Salary $71,334 DC July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Assistant County Attorney Salary $79,283 DC July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Assistant County Attorney Salary $87,333 DC July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Assistant County Attorney Salary $94,662 DC July 01, 2026
25% $71,334 10% $64,096 90% $94,662 75% $87,333 $79,283 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Naval Anacost Annex, DC Avg. Salary $82,348 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Parcel Return Service, DC Avg. Salary $82,351 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Washington, DC Avg. Salary $82,351 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Washington Navy Yard, DC Avg. Salary $82,351 Date Updated July 01, 2026
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