Criminal Defense Lawyer Salary in Texas

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Salary in Texas

How much does a Criminal Defense Lawyer make in Texas? (2025)

As of August 01, 2025, Criminal Defense Lawyers in Texas earn an average annual salary of $99,319 with an hourly rate of $48. Salary ranges from $78,341 (10th percentile) to $119,200 (90th percentile), with the majority earning between $88,339 (25th percentile) and $109,726 (75th percentile). Compensation varies based on experience, skills, company size, and local market factors - all explored below.

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75th Percentile $109,726 $9,144 $2,110 $53
Average $99,319 $8,277 $1,910 $48
25th Percentile $88,339 $7,362 $1,699 $42
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$88,339
Average $99,319/year
$109,726
$7,362
Average $8,277/month
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$42
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75th Percentile $109,726 $9,144 $2,110 $53
Average $99,319 $8,277 $1,910 $48
25th Percentile $88,339 $7,362 $1,699 $42

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An entry-level Criminal Defense Lawyer with under 1 year experience makes about $97,716. With less than 2 years of experience, a mid-level Criminal Defense Lawyer makes around $98,554. After 2-4 years, the Criminal Defense Lawyer pay rises to about $100,390. Those senior Criminal Defense Lawyer with 5-8 years of experience earn roughly $101,615, and those Criminal Defense Lawyer having 8 years or more experience are expected to earn about $101,921 on average.

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Entry Level Criminal Defense Lawyer $97,716
Intermediate Level Criminal Defense Lawyer $98,554
Senior Level Criminal Defense Lawyer $100,390
Specialist Level Criminal Defense Lawyer $101,615
Expert Level Criminal Defense Lawyer $101,921
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