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Paralegals and Legal Assistants Salary in Arizona
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Paralegals and Legal Assistants make in Arizona?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$61,630
Median Annual Salary
▲
+0.7% vs 2024
$67,850
Mean Salary
$61,630
Median Salary
$29.63
Hourly Rate
7,890 people work as Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Arizona
Paralegals and Legal Assistants salary by percentile in Arizona
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Arizona earn a median salary of $61,630 per year ($5,135/month).
This is 0.8% below the national average of $62,104.
Arizona ranks #26 out of 51 states for Paralegals and Legal Assistants pay.
Approximately 7,890 people work in this occupation across Arizona.
Salaries increased by 0.7% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Paralegals and Legal Assistants
Assist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
4.0
Active Listening
3.88
Writing
3.75
Speaking
3.75
Critical Thinking
3.38
Key Knowledge Areas
Administrative
4.07
English Language
4.06
Law and Government
3.94
Customer and Personal Service
3.82
Computers and Electronics
3.6
Typical Education: Associate's Degree
(50.2% of workers)
Salary Range: Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Arizona
Salaries for Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Arizona range from $45,700 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $96,340 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $48,840 and $79,250.
Median $61,630
P10: $45,700P25: $48,840P75: $79,250P90: $96,340
10th
$45,700
25th
$48,840
Median
$61,630
75th
$79,250
90th
$96,340
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$45,700
$21.97
$3,808
25th Percentile
$48,840
$23.48
$4,070
Median (50th)
$61,630
$29.63
$5,135
75th Percentile
$79,250
$38.10
$6,604
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$96,340
$46.32
$8,028
Note: The mean (average) salary of $67,850 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Paralegals and Legal Assistants make in Arizona?
The median annual salary for Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Arizona is $61,630 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $67,850.
What is the salary range for a Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Arizona?
Salaries for Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Arizona range from $45,700 at the 10th percentile to $96,340 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $48,840 and $79,250.
What is the starting salary for a Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Arizona?
Entry-level Paralegals and Legal Assistants positions in Arizona typically start around $45,700 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $48,840 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Arizona?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 7,890 people are employed as Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Arizona.
What is the hourly rate for a Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Arizona?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Arizona is approximately $29.63 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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