As of August 01, 2025, the average annual salary for Healthcare Attorney in Washington, DC is $109,938, equivalent to $53 per hour, $2,114 weekly, or $9,162 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Healthcare Attorney in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Healthcare Attorney in Washington, DC vary widely, spanning from $86,027 to $131,791. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($97,422) and 75th percentile ($121,377), while top earners (90th percentile) make $131,791 per year. This $23,955 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Estate Planning, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Washington Healthcare Attorney often earn 0.0% higher than national averages. However, Washington currently ranks 84 statewide for Healthcare Attorney job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Business Services to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Healthcare Attorney Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Healthcare Attorney Salary $86,027 Washington, DC August 01, 2025
25th Percentile Healthcare Attorney Salary $97,422 Washington, DC August 01, 2025
50th Percentile Healthcare Attorney Salary $109,938 Washington, DC August 01, 2025
75th Percentile Healthcare Attorney Salary $121,377 Washington, DC August 01, 2025
90th Percentile Healthcare Attorney Salary $131,791 Washington, DC August 01, 2025
25% $97,422 10% $86,027 90% $131,791 75% $121,377 $109,938 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Healthcare Attorney

    0 - 2 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    2 - 4 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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