How much does a Lawyer earn in New Zealand?

The estimated salary for Lawyer in New Zealand ranges from NZD 42,454 to NZD 108,225 NZD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 1,360 job listings

Salary Guide

Lawyer Salary in New Zealand

Based on 1,360 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$42,454 - $108,225

Median salary

$42,454 - $108,225

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$8K

25th percentile$10K

Median$42K

75th percentile$108K

90th percentile$124K

50% of professionals earn between $10,089 - $108,225 NZD

The median salary is $42,454

Top cities

Auckland502 job openings

Wellington238 job openings

Hamilton91 job openings

Tauranga75 job openings

Christchurch69 job openings

Wellington Central37 job openings

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Lawyer

1,360 job openings

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The average salary for a Lawyer in New Zealand is NZD 42,454 - NZD 108,225 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 75,340 per year, based on 1,360 active job listings.

The cities with the most Lawyer job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Wellington, Hamilton, Tauranga, Christchurch. Auckland leads with 502 job openings.

Explore 1,360 Lawyer job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.