Public Defender U.S. Salary Data

$58,006
Low
National Average Salary
$69,250
$87,779
High

Average hourly rate $33.29

Average weekly pay $1,332

Average monthly pay $5,771

Our Public Defender salary data represents the current average and range for jobs in both the public and private sectors. Compensation will vary by industry, company size, and niche. Salaries do not include additional compensation, such as commissions or bonuses.

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