Certified Paralegal Salary in Washington, DC

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How much does a Certified Paralegal make in Washington, DC?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Certified Paralegal in Washington, DC is $78,199. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $69,833 to $87,866, with most professionals earning between $62,216 and $96,667.

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What is a Certified Paralegal?

A Certified Paralegal or certified legal assistant is the title of paralegals in the United States who have met certain education and work experience requirements and have passed one of a number of available certification exams. The primary function of paralegals is to assist attorneys in the delivery of legal services. According to the American Bar Association: “A legal assistant or paralegal is a person, qualified by education, training and/or work experience who is employed or retained by a lawyer, law office, corporation, governmental agency or other entity and who performs specifically ...

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Average Salary Range for Certified Paralegal in Washington, DC

Average Base Salary

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78199

Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Certified Paralegal in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Certified Paralegal in Washington, DC. The base salary for Certified Paralegal ranges from $69,833 to $87,866 with the average base salary of $78,199. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $72,268 to $92,337 with the average total cash compensation of $81,132.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $78,199 $69,833 - $87,866
Bonus $2,933 $2,435 - $4,471
Total Pay $81,132 $72,268 - $92,337
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Certified Paralegal Salary Near Washington, DC

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Arlington, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,833 - $87,866 COMPARE TO Washington, DC 0%
CITY, STATE Alexandria, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,833 - $87,866 COMPARE TO Washington, DC 0%
CITY, STATE Annandale, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,833 - $87,866 COMPARE TO Washington, DC 0%
CITY, STATE Bowie, MD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,688 - $87,683 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bethesda, MD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,833 - $87,866 COMPARE TO Washington, DC 0%
CITY, STATE Silver Spring, MD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,833 - $87,866 COMPARE TO Washington, DC 0%
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