Paralegal salary in Washington, DC

How much does a Paralegal make in Washington, DC?

Median base salary

Government data

$81,590

Median $81,590
Low $57,160High $126,020

Based on 12,990 workers surveyed from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV (updated July 31, 2026).

Salary range

10th percentile
$57,160
25th percentile
$64,180
75th percentile
$106,990
90th percentile
$126,020

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