Legal Assistant salary in Santa Maria Santa Barbara, CA

How much does a Legal Assistant make in Santa Maria Santa Barbara, CA?

Median base salary

Government data

$66,363

Median $66,363
Low $47,503High $79,950

Based on 360 workers surveyed from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA (updated July 31, 2026).

Adjusted down 18% for entry-level roles, because this occupation's wage data is published for all experience levels combined.

Salary range

10th percentile
$47,503
25th percentile
$51,250
75th percentile
$74,677
90th percentile
$79,950

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (public domain). Occupation taxonomy: O*NET (CC BY 4.0), U.S. Department of Labor/ETA.

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