Paralegal Salary
Paralegal Overview
- Median Annual National Salary
- 50%$48,000
- 2009 – 2018 Job Growth
- 65%Excellent
- Education/Training Required
- 35% 2 Years
In the United States, on average, paralegal salary is between $46,980 to $60,620. There are several factors that effect potential salary for paralegals from geographic region, type of employer, level of education, and experience. Another factor in determining paralegal salary is whether you have any specialized legal knowledge such as real estate, business, or patent laws. Some law firms and employers seek out paralegals who can demonstrate a higher level of knowledge in a specific segment of the law. Below, you can view salaries for paralegals at a glance or the average pay for your state.
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Paralegal Salary at a Glance
Salaries for Paralegal professional typically can vary depending on your level of experience. An entry level paralegal can expect to earn between $29,000 & $36,000, while salaries for a senior paralegal can be over $75,000. A paralegal’s pay range will also depend on your level of education, location, experience, and the size of the law firm.
| Salary for Paralegal | Annual Average Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level | $29,800 – 36,760 |
| Mid Career Level | $46,980 – 60,620 |
| Senior – Seasoned Level | $75,700 + |
*data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics
Paralegal Salary by State
| Paralegal Salary | Annual Average Salary |
|---|---|
| Alabama | $55,000 |
| Alaska | $44,000 |
| Arizona | $45,000 |
| Arkansas | $45,000 |
| California | $52,000 |
| Colorado | $46,000 |
| Connecticut | $54,000 |
| Delaware | $50,000 |
| Florida | $50,000 |
| Georgia | $54,000 |
| Hawaii | $42,000 |
| Idaho | $43,000 |
| Illinois | $54,000 |
| Indiana | $52,000 |
| Iowa | $51,000 |
| Kansas | $45,000 |
| Kentucky | $54,000 |
| Louisiana | $43,000 |
| Maine | $40,000 |
| Maryland | $54,000 |
| Massachusetts | $57,000 |
| Michigan | $51,000 |
| Minnesota | $47,000 |
| Mississippi | $60,000 |
| Missouri | $54,000 |
| Montana | $52,000 |
| Nebraska | $47,000 |
| Nevada | $49,000 |
| New Hampshire | $47,000 |
| New Jersey | $53,000 |
| New Mexico | $49,000 |
| New York | $60,000 |
| North Carolina | $51,000 |
| North Dakota | $53,000 |
| Ohio | $48,000 |
| Oklahoma | $47,000 |
| Oregon | $50,000 |
| Pennsylvania | $49,000 |
| Rhode Island | $49,000 |
| South Carolina | $45,000 |
| South Dakota | $48,000 |
| Tennessee | $52,000 |
| Texas | $49,000 |
| Utah | $40,000 |
| Vermont | $52,000 |
| Virginia | $47,000 |
| Washington | $40,000 |
| Washington D.C. | $52,000 |
| West Virginia | $54,000 |
| Wisconsin | $36,000 |
| Wyoming | $49,000 |
(salary data from indeed.com)