Paralegal Salary in Austin, TX
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$62,466
Hourly Rate
$30.03
/hour
Jobs in Area
257
employed
Paralegal Salary Range in Austin, TX
Annual Salary Range
$41k
10th percentile
$50k
25th
$75k
75th
$91k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $40,945 | $19.69 |
| 25th Percentile | $49,800 | $23.94 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $62,466 | $30.03 |
| 75th Percentile | $74,912 | $36.02 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $91,016 | $43.76 |
| Average (Mean) | $68,337 | $32.85 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Paralegal salary in Austin, TX is $62,466 per year or $30.03 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Austin, TX Compares
vs National Average
$59,200
vs Texas Average
$58,707
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$59,322
Cost of living in Austin, TX is 5.3% above the national average.
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