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Paralegal

Salary figures from 22 postings that disclosed salary (of 30 analyzed), posted in the last 12 months

The median salary for a Paralegal is $70,000 per year, with salaries ranging from $60,000 at the 10th percentile to $98,000 at the 90th percentile, based on 22 postings that disclosed salary (of 30 analyzed). Key skills required for this role include legal research, attention to detail, legal document preparation, and strong written and oral communication abilities.

Figures last changed: October 2026

Median

$70,000

10th Percentile

$60,000

90th Percentile

$98,000

Salary Disclosures

22

of 30 postings analyzed

Paralegal Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$60,000Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$70,000Typical salary
90th Percentile$98,000Senior / top earners

Based on 22 job postings with salary data

Skills for Paralegal

Legal researchAttention to detailLegal document preparationWritten and oral communicationWritten and verbal communicationAdministrative supportAdobe AcrobatImmigration law knowledgeMicrosoft Office proficiencyCommunication skills

Common Employers Hiring Paralegal

  • ACLU of Washington2 positions
  • Americans for Immigrant Justice2 positions
  • Planned Parenthood Federation of America2 positions
  • Ayuda1 positions
  • Campaign Legal Center1 positions

Top Locations for Paralegal

Washington, DCNew York, NYUnited StatesChicago, ILFlorida

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Figures from 22 postings that disclosed salary (of 30 analyzed) on Daybook.com · First published 2026-09-22 · Figures last changed October 2026 · How we compute this