As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Plaintiff Attorney in the US is $166,957, equivalent to $80 per hour, $3,211 weekly, or $13,913 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Plaintiff Attorney in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Plaintiff Attorney in the US vary widely, spanning from $142,661 to $202,232. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($154,239) and 75th percentile ($185,421), while top earners (90th percentile) make $202,232 per year. This $31,182 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Case Management, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Plaintiff Attorney often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 36 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
Plaintiff Attorney Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Plaintiff Attorney Salary $142,661 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Plaintiff Attorney Salary $154,239 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Plaintiff Attorney Salary $166,957 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Plaintiff Attorney Salary $185,421 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Plaintiff Attorney Salary $202,232 US August 01, 2026
25% $154,239 10% $142,661 90% $202,232 75% $185,421 $166,957 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Plaintiff Attorney in the United States. The base salary for Plaintiff Attorney ranges from $154,239 to $185,421 with the average base salary of $166,957. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $149,047 to $203,990 with the average total cash compensation of $175,498.

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