Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators Salary in U.S. (2024)
The median pay for a arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators in U.S. is $67,710/year ($32.55/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $46K at the entry level to $133K for experienced workers.
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AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024
So what does $68K get you in U.S.?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.
Entry-level arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators (10th percentile) start around $46K. Mid-career wages sit at $68K.Top earners bring in $133K or more - a $87K spread from bottom to top.
Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators pay across states
Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure
| State | Median salary | vs. national | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $107K | +58% | N/A |
| Illinois | $94K | +38% | 50 |
| New York | $91K | +34% | 560 |
| Alabama | $82K | +21% | 40 |
| Connecticut | $82K | +21% | N/A |
| Arizona | $81K | +19% | 150 |
| North Carolina | $74K | +9% | 110 |
| Michigan | $73K | +7% | 210 |
| Indiana | $72K | +6% | 40 |
| Virginia | $70K | +4% | N/A |
| Kansas | $66K | -3% | 30 |
| Wisconsin | $65K | -4% | 240 |
| New Mexico | $65K | -5% | 40 |
| Pennsylvania | $64K | -6% | 230 |
| Tennessee | $60K | -11% | 50 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators make in U.S.?
The median is $67,710 a year - that works out to about $32.55 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $46,200, and experienced arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators can clear $133,480. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $68K enough to live in U.S.?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $4,668/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 30.2% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb - housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators salary go in U.S.?
U.S. has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators salary is worth about $67,710 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.