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Federal Public Defender

Average Federal Public Defender Salary

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$62,524
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$43k
MEDIAN
$63k
90%
$100k

The average salary for a Federal Public Defender is $62,524 in 2025

Base Salary
$43k - $100k
Bonus
$526 - $9k
Profit Sharing
$2k - $5k
Total Pay
$43k - $105k
Based on 152 salary profiles (last updated Oct 02 2024)
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3.4 out of 5
(5)
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Common Health Benefits for a Federal Public Defender

Medical
89%
Dental
75%
Vision
67%
None
11%

Gender Breakdown for Federal Public Defenders

Female
68.4%
Male
31.6%
This data is based on 19 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Federal Public Defenders

What is the highest pay for Federal Public Defenders?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Federal Public Defender is $100k / year

What is the lowest pay for Federal Public Defenders?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Federal Public Defender is $43k / year

How can Federal Public Defenders increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Federal Public Defender is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Federal Public Defender that oversees more junior Federal Public Defenders, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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