BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Paralegals and Legal Assistants in California earn between $50,460 and $119,580, with a mean of $81,320. The national average for this role is $69,697.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| California | $81,320 |
| National Average | $69,697 |
| District of Columbia | $95,400 |
| Washington | $83,740 |
| Massachusetts | $81,160 |
| Colorado | $80,760 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. California. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.