Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators Salary in the United States
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators in the United States was $75,530 ($36.31 per hour), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,220 | $22.70 |
| 25th | $57,360 | $27.58 |
| Median | $75,530 | $36.31 |
| 75th | $108,000 | $51.92 |
| 90th | $155,440 | $74.73 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 23-1022
- Total U.S. employment: 9,210
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
What the data says
The median wage in this area is 0.0% below the national median — a difference of about $0 per year for a typical worker.
For career planning: entry-level pay (10th percentile) is about $47,220, median pay is $75,530, and experienced pay (90th percentile) reaches $155,440.
Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $76,810 | $36.93 | +1.7% | 40 |
| Arizona | $82,150 | $39.49 | +8.8% | 160 |
| California | $97,680 | $46.96 | +29.3% | 0 |
| Colorado | $82,590 | $39.71 | +9.3% | 30 |
| District of Columbia | $110,300 | $53.03 | +46.0% | 150 |
| Illinois | $162,410 | $78.08 | +115.0% | 80 |
| Indiana | $57,390 | $27.59 | -24.0% | 60 |
| Kansas | $64,970 | $31.24 | -14.0% | 40 |
| Louisiana | $46,100 | $22.16 | -39.0% | 80 |
| Maryland | $58,890 | $28.31 | -22.0% | 80 |
| Michigan | $76,270 | $36.67 | +1.0% | 190 |
| Missouri | — | — | — | 70 |
| Montana | $64,980 | $31.24 | -14.0% | 40 |
| New Mexico | $110,180 | $52.97 | +45.9% | 40 |
| New York | $70,800 | $34.04 | -6.3% | 1,050 |
| North Carolina | $75,320 | $36.21 | -0.3% | 100 |
| Ohio | $68,790 | $33.07 | -8.9% | 130 |
| Oklahoma | $36,780 | $17.68 | -51.3% | 0 |
| Pennsylvania | $67,890 | $32.64 | -10.1% | 310 |
| Rhode Island | $63,770 | $30.66 | -15.6% | 0 |
| South Carolina | $58,990 | $28.36 | -21.9% | 70 |
| Tennessee | $62,140 | $29.88 | -17.7% | 50 |
| Texas | $50,940 | $24.49 | -32.6% | 0 |
| Virginia | $79,530 | $38.23 | +5.3% | 120 |
| Wisconsin | — | — | — | 260 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators?
The median annual wage for arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators is $75,530 ($36.31 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2025.
Which state pays arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 9,210 arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $36.31. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.