What is the average hourly wage for Judicial Law Clerks?

The median hourly wage for Judicial Law Clerks is $27.41 per hour. This translates to approximately $57,010 per year working full-time.

What states pay Judicial Law Clerks the most?

Salaries for Judicial Law Clerks vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a judicial law clerk?

Typical education required: Doctoral or professional degree.

Judicial Law Clerks Salary

Name: Judicial Law Clerks Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$57,010

$27.41 / hour

▲ 8% (Faster than average)

Salary Range

$30,215 - $98,057

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

31,190

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Judicial Law Clerks Salary by Percentile

$30,215 $98,057

10th pct Median: $57,010 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$30,215	$14.53
25th Percentile	$41,047	$19.73
50th (Median)	$57,010	$27.41
75th Percentile	$78,674	$37.82
90th (Top Earners)	$98,057	$47.14
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Judicial Law Clerks

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	California (CA)	$71,263	$34.26
2	Massachusetts (MA)	$69,552	$33.44
3	New York (NY)	$69,552	$33.44
4	New Jersey (NJ)	$68,412	$32.89
5	Connecticut (CT)	$67,272	$32.34
6	Maryland (MD)	$67,272	$32.34
7	Hawaii (HI)	$65,562	$31.52
8	Alaska (AK)	$63,851	$30.70
9	Washington (WA)	$63,851	$30.70
10	Colorado (CO)	$61,571	$29.60
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Judicial Law Clerks

Judicial Law Clerks work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the legal sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Doctoral or professional degree

Job Outlook for Judicial Law Clerks

Projected Growth

+8%

2022-2032

▲ 8% (Faster than average)

Annual Job Openings

91,600

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Judicial Law Clerks make?

The median annual salary for Judicial Law Clerks is $57,010 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $30,215, while the top 10% earn $98,057 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Judicial Law Clerks?

Judicial Law Clerks earn a median hourly wage of $27.41 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $57,010 annually.

Is Judicial Law Clerks a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $57,010, Judicial Law Clerks represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Faster than average (8% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Judicial Law Clerks need?

Typical entry-level education: Doctoral or professional degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.