Paralegals and Legal Assistants Salary in New Jersey
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • New Jersey
Paralegals and Legal Assistants in New Jersey earn a median salary of $61,590 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +1% vs the national median of $61,010. An estimated 1,190 paralegals and legal assistants are employed across New Jersey, with salaries ranging from $48,870 to $75,380 depending on location.
$61,590
Avg median salary in New Jersey
$75,380
Highest paying metro
$48,870
Lowest paying metro
1,190
Employed in New Jersey
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inParalegals and Legal Assistants salaries by city in New Jersey
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton, NJ | $75,380 | $60,150 | $85,910 | 830 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $60,520 | $45,750 | $64,350 | 280 |
| Vineland, NJ | $48,870 | $45,730 | $59,320 | 80 |