How much does a judicial law clerk make in Washington?
$80,240a year
Median yearly pay for judicial law clerks in Washington. That is $38.58 an hour or $6,687 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.58
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 580
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,400Median: $80,240Highest 10%: $113,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,400 | $30.00 | |
| 25th | $66,850 | $32.14 | |
| Median | $80,240 | $38.58 | |
| 75th | $103,000 | $49.52 | |
| 90th | $113,700 | $54.66 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Spokane, WA | $84,010 |
| Seattle, WA | $80,240 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for judicial law clerks.
| 3. Connecticut | $98,670 |
| 4. Oregon | $86,870 |
| 5. North Dakota | $85,530 |
| 6. Washington | $80,240 |
| 7. Arkansas | $80,150 |
| 8. California | $79,030 |
| 9. Idaho | $75,540 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a judicial law clerk make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $38.58 ($80,240 a year).
Do judicial law clerks make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $80,240 against $64,920 nationally, 24% more.
Where does Washington rank for judicial law clerk pay?
Washington ranks 6 of 39 states.
Which city in Washington pays judicial law clerks the most?
Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA, with a median of $84,010 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.