As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Immigration Attorney in the US is $87,864, equivalent to $42 per hour, $1,690 weekly, or $7,322 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Immigration Attorney in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Immigration Attorney in the US vary widely, spanning from $67,853 to $104,501. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($77,390) and 75th percentile ($96,573), while top earners (90th percentile) make $104,501 per year. This $19,183 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, District of Columbia Immigration Attorney often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 74 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
Immigration Attorney Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Immigration Attorney Salary $67,853 US September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Immigration Attorney Salary $77,390 US September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Immigration Attorney Salary $87,864 US September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Immigration Attorney Salary $96,573 US September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Immigration Attorney Salary $104,501 US September 01, 2026
25% $77,390 10% $67,853 90% $104,501 75% $96,573 $87,864 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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