Salary distribution
Where Texas paralegals and legal assistants fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $46,180 and $74,650, with a median of $59,700.
Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Texas: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 13 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $60,000. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 1 | $40,000 |
| Level II — qualified | 6 | $58,250 |
| Level III — experienced | 1 | $75,000 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 2 | $197,500 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Texas. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cameron County | Law Clerk | 2 | $50,000 |
| Clifford Chance US LLP | Law Clerk | 2 | $197,500 |
| DeHay & Elliston, LLP | Litigation Paralegal | 1 | $95,000 |
| Law Office Paul A. Hampel | Multilingual Legal Assistant | 1 | $40,000 |
| Yellow Law Group PC | Law Clerk | 1 | $60,965 |
| Oduneye Law Firm, PLLC | Immigration Paralegal I | 1 | $60,000 |
| YILDIZ LAW FIRM PLLC | Immigration Paralegal | 1 | $53,000 |
| Bay Immigration Law, PLLC | Paralegal (Complex Case Specialist) | 1 | $56,500 |
| ANIL ALI, P.C. | Paralegal | 1 | $52,666 |
| Office of the Attorney General | Research Specialist V/Coleman Fellow | 1 | $75,000 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Litigation Paralegal at DeHay & Elliston, LLP$95,000DallasDecided Dec 4, 2025I-203-25330-440451
- Multilingual Legal Assistant at Law Office Paul A. Hampel$40,000San AntonioWage Level IDecided Jul 9, 2025I-200-25182-145797
- Law Clerk at Yellow Law Group PC$60,965PlanoWage Level IIDecided Jun 10, 2025I-200-25154-047096
- Immigration Paralegal I at Oduneye Law Firm, PLLC$60,000FriscoWage Level IIDecided Jun 6, 2025I-200-25150-033091
- Immigration Paralegal at YILDIZ LAW FIRM PLLC$53,000SUGAR LANDWage Level IIDecided Jun 4, 2025I-200-25148-024694
- Paralegal (Complex Case Specialist) at Bay Immigration Law, PLLC$56,500DallasWage Level IIDecided Jun 3, 2025I-200-25147-020199
- Paralegal at ANIL ALI, P.C.$52,666SUGAR LANDWage Level IIDecided May 9, 2025I-200-25122-932748
- Research Specialist V/Coleman Fellow at Office of the Attorney General$75,000AustinWage Level IIIDecided May 7, 2025I-200-25120-924142
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
Paralegals and Legal Assistants pay by experience level in Texas
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Texas, by industry
Median offered wage across 13 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Professional services leads with a median of $60,482.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional services | Clifford Chance US LLP | 10 | $60,482 |
| Government and public sector | Cameron County | 3 | $50,000 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Texas over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Associate's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.1 / 5
Written Comprehension
Ability
- 4.1 / 5
Administrative
Knowledge
- 4.1 / 5
English Language
Knowledge
- 4.0 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Oral Comprehension
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Reading Comprehension
Basic skill
- 4.0 / 5
Written Expression
Ability
- 3.9 / 5
Law and Government
Knowledge
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Prepare affidavits or other documents, such as legal correspondence, and organize and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing system.
- 02
Prepare legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, appeals, wills, contracts, and real estate closing statements.
- 03
Prepare for trial by performing tasks such as organizing exhibits.
- 04
Investigate facts and law of cases and search pertinent sources, such as public records and internet sources, to determine causes of action and to prepare cases.
- 05
Meet with clients and other professionals to discuss details of case.
- 06
File pleadings with court clerk.
- 07
Gather and analyze research data, such as statutes, decisions, and legal articles, codes, and documents.
- 08
Direct and coordinate law office activity, including delivery of subpoenas.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+0.2%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Slower than average
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Metro-level salary data for paralegals and legal assistants in major Texas metropolitan areas.
- Houston$64,750
- Dallas$60,900
- San Antonio$57,490
- Austin$52,990
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Texas?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Texas is $59,700.
- How does Texas compare to the national median for Paralegals and Legal Assistants?
- The Texas median is -4.0% versus the BLS national figure of $62,188.
- What is the salary range for Paralegals and Legal Assistants in Texas?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $37,850 and the 90th-percentile at $96,530, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Paralegals and Legal Assistants a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 0.2% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Paralegals and Legal Assistants?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Associate's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.