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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Legal Admin Assistant in Wisconsin is $67,309 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.
However, a Legal Admin Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $75,542 | $6,295 | $1,453 | $36 |
| Average | $67,309 | $5,609 | $1,294 | $32 |
| 25th Percentile | $63,838 | $5,320 | $1,228 | $31 |
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A Legal Admin Assistant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Legal Admin Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Legal Admin Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 38% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Legal Admin Assistant positions in MFG Nondurable or Chemicals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Legal Admin Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy & Utilities | $80,771 | $39.0 | 20% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $77,406 | $37.0 | 15% |
| MFG Durable | $75,386 | $36.0 | 12% |
| Insurance | $74,040 | $36.0 | 10% |
| Business Services | $72,694 | $35.0 | 8% |
Understanding how a Legal Admin Assistant's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $75,542 | $6,295 | $1,453 | $36 |
| Average | $67,309 | $5,609 | $1,294 | $32 |
| 25th Percentile | $63,838 | $5,320 | $1,228 | $31 |
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