In-house Counsel Salary
Updated on: Jan 21, 2026
How much does a In-house Counsel make?
The average In-house Counsel in the US makes $174,616.
The average bonus for a In-house Counsel is $5 which represents 0% of their salary, with 5% of people reporting that they receive a bonus each year.
In-house Counsels make the most in San Jose, CA at $344,759
averaging total compensation 97% greater than US average.
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Type Asian Or Pacific Islander Male
Size of company 51-200 employees
City New York City
Yearly Salary reported $120,000
Type Other Female
Size of company 5,001-10,000 employees
City Houston
Yearly Salary reported $180,000
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