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Paralegals and legal assistants salary in New Jersey
How much does a paralegal make in New Jersey?
The median paralegal in New Jersey earns $71,500 a year, and the mean is $72,550 (BLS, May 2025). That ranks New Jersey #7 of 51 states and is $8,610 above the US median of $62,890.
| Median annual wage | $71,500 |
|---|---|
| Mean annual wage | $72,550 |
| People employed | 12,010 |
| Rank among states (median) | #7 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
- California: $77,390 median
- Minnesota: $75,570 median
- Alaska: $68,700 median
- New York: $68,410 median
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