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Paralegals and legal assistants salary in District of Columbia
How much does a paralegal make in District of Columbia?
The median paralegal in District of Columbia earns $89,750 a year, and the mean is $95,400 (BLS, May 2025). That ranks District of Columbia #1 of 51 states and is $26,860 above the US median of $62,890.
| Median annual wage | $89,750 |
|---|---|
| Mean annual wage | $95,400 |
| People employed | 6,400 |
| Rank among states (median) | #1 of 51 |
| US median | $62,890 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Median is the middle wage; half of workers earn more and half less. Pay varies with experience, employer and city.
Nearby in the ranking
- Washington: $79,400 median
- Colorado: $78,190 median
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