How much does a Public Interest Lawyer make in Seattle, WA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Public Interest Lawyer in Seattle, WA is $94,182. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $82,202 to $103,730, with most professionals earning between $71,296 and $112,424.

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Public Interest Lawyer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Public Interest Lawyer Salary $71,296 Seattle,WA March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Public Interest Lawyer Salary $82,202 Seattle,WA March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Public Interest Lawyer Salary $94,182 Seattle,WA March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Public Interest Lawyer Salary $103,730 Seattle,WA March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Public Interest Lawyer Salary $112,424 Seattle,WA March 01, 2025
25% $82,202 10% $71,296 90% $112,424 75% $103,730 $94,182 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Public Interest Lawyer

    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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