Paralegals and Legal Assistants Salary in District of Columbia
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 1 metro areas • District of Columbia
Paralegals and Legal Assistants in District of Columbia earn a median salary of $80,550 per year on average across 1 metro and nonmetro areas, +32% vs the national median of $61,010. An estimated 11,080 paralegals and legal assistants are employed across District of Columbia, with salaries ranging from $80,550 to $80,550 depending on location.
$80,550
Avg median salary in District of Columbia
$80,550
Highest paying metro
$80,550
Lowest paying metro
11,080
Employed in District of Columbia
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Paralegals and Legal Assistants salaries by city in District of Columbia
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV | $80,550 | $61,530 | $105,110 | 11,080 |