As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Legal Nurse Consultant in the US is $89,408, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,719 weekly, or $7,451 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Legal Nurse Consultant in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Legal Nurse Consultant in the US vary widely, spanning from $78,214 to $105,308. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($83,549) and 75th percentile ($97,730), while top earners (90th percentile) make $105,308 per year. This $14,181 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Nursing Process, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Legal Nurse Consultant often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 55 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
Legal Nurse Consultant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Legal Nurse Consultant Salary $78,214 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Legal Nurse Consultant Salary $83,549 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Legal Nurse Consultant Salary $89,408 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Legal Nurse Consultant Salary $97,730 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Legal Nurse Consultant Salary $105,308 US January 01, 2026
25% $83,549 10% $78,214 90% $105,308 75% $97,730 $89,408 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Legal Nurse Consultant ?

A legal nurse consultant is a registered nurse who uses expertise as a health care provider and specialized training to consult on medical-related legal cases. Legal nurse consultants assist attorneys in reading medical records and understanding medical terminology and healthcare issues to achieve the best results for their clients. The specialty is a relatively recent one, beginning in the mid-1980s. A legal nurse consultant bridges gaps in an attorney's knowledge. While the attorney is an expert on legal issues, the legal nurse consultant is an expert on nursing and the health care system....

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