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Paralegals and Legal Assistants Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Paralegals and Legal Assistants make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$77,640
Median Annual Salary
▲
+3.5% vs 2024
$81,160
Mean Salary
$77,640
Median Salary
$37.33
Hourly Rate
7,800 people work as Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Massachusetts
Paralegals and Legal Assistants salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $77,640 per year ($6,470/month).
This is 25.0% above the national average of $62,104.
Massachusetts ranks #4 out of 51 states for Paralegals and Legal Assistants pay.
Approximately 7,800 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
Salaries increased by 3.5% 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 Massachusetts
Salaries for Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Massachusetts range from $49,770 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $117,480 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $62,580 and $96,820.
Median $77,640
P10: $49,770P25: $62,580P75: $96,820P90: $117,480
10th
$49,770
25th
$62,580
Median
$77,640
75th
$96,820
90th
$117,480
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$49,770
$23.93
$4,147
25th Percentile
$62,580
$30.09
$5,215
Median (50th)
$77,640
$37.33
$6,470
75th Percentile
$96,820
$46.55
$8,068
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$117,480
$56.48
$9,790
Note: The mean (average) salary of $81,160 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Paralegals and Legal Assistants make in Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Massachusetts is $77,640 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $81,160.
What is the salary range for a Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Massachusetts range from $49,770 at the 10th percentile to $117,480 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $62,580 and $96,820.
What is the starting salary for a Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Paralegals and Legal Assistants positions in Massachusetts typically start around $49,770 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $62,580 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 7,800 people are employed as Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Massachusetts is approximately $37.33 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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