Paralegal Salary in Columbus, OH
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$56,054
Hourly Rate
$26.95
/hour
Jobs in Area
267
employed
Paralegal Salary Range in Columbus, OH
Annual Salary Range
$37k
10th percentile
$47k
25th
$69k
75th
$79k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $37,010 | $17.79 |
| 25th Percentile | $46,668 | $22.44 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $56,054 | $26.95 |
| 75th Percentile | $68,829 | $33.09 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $79,021 | $37.99 |
| Average (Mean) | $60,139 | $28.91 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Paralegal salary in Columbus, OH is $56,054 per year or $26.95 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 Columbus Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Columbus, OH Compares
vs National Average
$59,200
vs Ohio Average
$62,960
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$60,403
Cost of living in Columbus, OH is 7.2% below the national average.
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