I want to be a prosecutor but heard that they don't make a lot of money.

Depends on what you call "a lot" of money. I'm looking at salary figures for Bexar County (San Antonio, TX) from two years ago. An "Attorney II" at the D.A.'s office made $70-$100,000 a year, and a "Prosecutor V" made $117-$130,000 a year. Division Heads (chief of appeals, etc) make $130,000+. Plus being a gov't job, they get retirement, and other benefits. I encourage you to look at various job postings. The Miami Dade State Attorney website shows the entry level salary to be $40,000 (after passing the bar exam). More affluent communities are likely to pay more.

While the cost of law school is high, it is important to learn money management at a young age. I have seen many people go wrong in trying to buy a nicer home, and car, than they need, or can afford. If you are not overly concerned about trying to impress others, and learn to live within your means, it's entirely likely you will be happy, financially stable, and successful.

It's interesting to want to be a prosecutor! It's important to have people who want to stay on that side of the law, as many prosecutors switch to criminal defense. The expertise that a more seasoned attorney would have is very valuable, and you would possibly have a role in mentoring younger prosecutors.

I hope this information has been helpful. Best of luck!

Kim

You should do what you want to do rather than concern yourself with the money. If you are lucky enough to find a job that you like you will be alot happier when you have to go into to work

Rhonda,

If that is what you are passionate about, I suggest that you go for it. If you are good at it, it can open other doors for you. Money will take care of itself.