Salary comparison

Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers vs. Lawyers: Salary Comparison (2026)

Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officerss earn a median salary of $115,230/year, while Lawyerss earn $151,160/year - a difference of $35,930. Lawyerss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.

Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers

Lawyers

Median salary

$115,230

$151,160

Hourly rate

$55.4/hr

$72.67/hr

Entry level (10th %)

$56,970

$72,780

Senior level (90th %)

$203,990

Education required

Varies

U.S. employment

16,230

747,750

Job growth (10-year)

N/A