Occupation ยท SOC 23-1011
Lawyers: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of lawyers can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 747,750 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $151,160 ($72.67 an hour).
US employment
747,750
Median annual wage
$151,160
Mean annual wage
$182,760
Median hourly wage
$72.67
Education and training
Typical education
Doctoral or professional degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
5
Extensive preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- California$197,790
- District of Columbia$191,880
- Massachusetts$179,050
- New York$177,210
- Delaware$172,710
Top 5 after cost of living
- California$178,640
- District of Columbia$174,590
- Delaware$173,040
- Massachusetts$169,300
- New York$164,200
Step up: related remote jobs that pay more
| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief Executives | $206,420 | $55,260 (+36.6%) | 5 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California92,580
- 2. New York91,440
- 3. Florida59,010
- 4. Texas54,680
- 5. District of Columbia33,430
- 6. Illinois33,430
- 7. Pennsylvania26,340
- 8. New Jersey23,360
- 9. Georgia23,010
- 10. Massachusetts22,020
States that pay the most
- 1. California$197,790
- 2. District of Columbia$191,880
- 3. Massachusetts$179,050
- 4. New York$177,210
- 5. Delaware$172,710
- 6. Colorado$167,970
- 7. Connecticut$159,240
- 8. New Jersey$158,470
- 9. Virginia$157,980
- 10. Illinois$157,320
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
Related occupations
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- Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing OfficersTeleworkable
- Judicial Law ClerksTeleworkable
- Arbitrators, Mediators, and ConciliatorsTeleworkable
Most searched remote jobs
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