Paralegal salary in United States

The average salary for a Paralegal is $67,293 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 12.1k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 14, 2026.

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Paralegal salaries typically range between a low of $43,492 and a high of $104,120 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Paralegal include San Francisco, CA at $104,246 per year, New York, NY at $83,769 per year, and Los Angeles, CA at $78,124 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Paralegal include San Mateo County Community College District ($221,686 per year) and Cayuse Holdings ($192,400 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Paralegal salary compares to related positions:

• Entry Level Paralegal: Average $37.68 per hour
• Junior Paralegal: Average $55,028 per year
• Senior Paralegal: Average $87,275 per year
• Paralegal Intern: Average $21.22 per hour