Legal Assistant Salary in 2026

Based on 24 salary-transparent job listings

$25,231 /year avg

Salary Range

Low

$16

Average

$25,231

High

$115,000

Avg: $25,231
$16$115,000

25th Percentile

$12,624

Median

$57,508

75th Percentile

$70,116

Job Count

24

Salary Distribution

$0 - $30K
16
$50K - $75K
4
$75K - $100K
4

Legal Assistant Salary by Experience Level

Experience Avg. Salary Listings
Mid Level $25,231 24

Legal Assistant Salary by City

City Avg. Salary Listings
Stockton $75,000 1
Chicago $67,500 1
Los Angeles $52,510 3
Woodridge $50,000 1
San Diego Country Estates $43,771 2
Boston $137 1
Glendale $32 1
Highland $32 1
Orange $32 1
Riverside $32 2

Legal Assistant Salary by Employment Type

Full-Time

$25,231

24 listings

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Legal Assistant salary?

The average Legal Assistant salary is $25,231 per year based on 24 job listings on Jobs Near Me. Salaries range from $16 to $115,000.

What is the highest paying city for Legal Assistant?

The highest paying city for Legal Assistant roles is Stockton with an average salary of $75,000.

How much does an entry level Legal Assistant make?

Entry level salary data for Legal Assistant is being collected. The overall average for this role is $25,231.

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