Lawyer Salary in Alabama
A lawyer in Alabama earns an estimated $138,300 a year ($66.49 an hour). Most workers fall from $94,000 to $200,500, depending on experience and employer.
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Lawyer pay in Alabama
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $94,000 | $45.19 |
| Median (estimate) | $138,300 | $66.49 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $200,500 | $96.39 |
| US national median | $151,000 | $72.60 |
The Alabama estimate is 8% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Alabama keeps about $100,262 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $3,856.23 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Alabama paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lawyer make in Alabama?
About $138,300 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.