Average Settlements for Sexual Assault Cases in 2025
We analyzed sexual assault case data to determine average settlement amounts in the United States.
Settlements typically range from $200,000 to $2,575,000, with the most influential factors being the nature of the assault and the documented psychological impact. These amounts vary widely depending on case specifics.
To provide clear insight, we’ve broken down the average settlement amounts based on:
- Average Sexual Assault Settlement by the Nature of the Assault
- Average Sexual Assault Settlement by Psychological Impact
- Average Sexual Assault Settlement by Region
Disclosure: The settlement ranges and case outcome information provided on this website are for general informational purposes only. All data has been compiled from publicly available sources, industry research, and third-party reporting. This information is not based on the outcomes of cases handled by our firm and should not be interpreted as a promise or guarantee of any specific result in your case.
Average Assault Settlement by Nature of the Assault
The factor that is most impactful on the amount of a sexual assault settlement is the nature of the assault. The following table breaks down some of the most common sexual assault scenarios and what the average settlement amount is for each:
| Nature of The Assault | Severity | Average Settlement Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Repeated or Long-Term Abuse | Very High | $200,000 – $2,575,000 |
| Involving a Minor or Vulnerable Person | Very High | $600,000 – $2,050,000 |
| Use of Force or Weapons | High to Very High | $575,000 – $1,325,000 |
| Authority Figure Involved (Boss, Teacher, etc.) | High | $200,000 – $900,000 |
| Assault Involving Incapacitation (Intoxication, Unconscious, etc) | Moderate to High | $200,000 – $750,000 |
| Occurring on an Institutional Property (School, Work, etc) | Moderate | $250,000 – $625,000 |
Based on the data collected and reported above, the higher the severity of the nature of the sexual assault committed, the higher the settlement amount, on average.
In addition to the nature of the assault, there’s a strong correlation between how serious the psychological impact on the victim is and the average settlement amount.
Average Sexual Assault Settlement by Psychological Impact
The following table breaks down the most common psychological impacts on sexual assault victims, based on the severity of the impact, and the average settlement amounts for each:
| Psychological Impact | Severity of Impact | Average Settlement Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnosed Psychological Trauma | Severe | $750,000 – $1 million+ |
| Emotional Distress | Moderate to Severe | $200,000 – $750,000 |
| Short-Term Psychological Distress | Moderate to Mild | $50,000 – $200,000 |
| Minimal or Undocumented Distress | Mild to Low | $10,000 – $50,000 |
A sexual assault that results in a diagnosed psychological trauma results in a higher settlement amount, on average, than one that causes minimal or short-term distress.
Average Sexual Assault Settlement by Region
Finally, we conducted an analysis of regional differences in sexual assault settlement amounts across the United States. The results of our nationwide analysis are as follows:
| Region | Average Settlement Amounts |
|---|---|
| Southwest (Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arizona) |
$500,000 – $800,000 |
| Southeast (Virginia, West Virginia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas) |
$600,000 – $850,000 |
| Midwest (Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas) |
$750,000 – $1,150,000 |
| Pacific (Washington, Oregon, California, Alaska, Hawaii) |
$800,000 – $1,200,000 |
| Mountain West (Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Idaho, Utah, Nevada) |
$850,000 – $1,300,000 |
| Northeast (Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania) |
$900,000 – $1,500,000 |
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