Lawyer Salary in Illinois
A lawyer in Illinois earns an estimated $151,000 a year ($72.60 an hour). Most workers fall from $102,700 to $219,000, depending on experience and employer.
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Lawyer pay in Illinois
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $102,700 | $49.38 |
| Median (estimate) | $151,000 | $72.60 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $219,000 | $105.29 |
| US national median | $151,000 | $72.60 |
The Illinois estimate is 0% above the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Illinois keeps about $107,000 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $4,115.38 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Illinois paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lawyer make in Illinois?
About $151,000 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.