Legal
Paralegal Salary
Supports lawyers with research, document preparation, and case organization.
Low
$40,000
Average
$59,000
High
$82,000
What this role does
- Conduct legal research
- Draft and organize legal documents
- Prepare for hearings and trials
- Maintain case files
Education & path in
Associate degree or paralegal certificate; bachelor's increasingly common
Experience level: Entry-level friendly
Where it pays best
States that typically pay above the national average for this role: California, New York, Washington, Massachusetts, Connecticut. Actual pay depends heavily on metro area, employer size, and cost of living.
Job outlook
Faster than average
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Figures are editorial estimates as of Jul 1, 2026, not official government statistics. For official data, see the Bureau of Labor Statistics.