The average salary for Paralegals and Legal Assistants in the United States is around $62840 per year.
In the United States, Paralegals and Legal Assistants earn an average hourly wage of $30.21 and a mean annual wage of $62840.
$30.21
$62840
For Paralegals and Legal Assistants positions in the United States, hourly wages vary widely. The 10th percentile earns approximately $18.12 per hour, while those at the 25th percentile earn about $22.52 per hour. The median hourly wage stands at $28.46, and at the 75th percentile, it increases to $36.33. The top earners, at the 90th percentile, command an impressive $45.66 hourly.
When considering annual wages for Paralegals and Legal Assistants roles, the distribution remains diverse. At the 10th percentile, workers earn around $37690 annually, while those at the 25th percentile make about $46850 annually. The median annual wage, however, is $59200. For the 75th percentile, the figure rises to $75560, and at the 90th percentile, it peaks at $94960 per year.
$18.12
$37690
$22.52
$46850
$28.46
$59200
$36.33
$75560
$45.66
$94960
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Last updated: May 2023)