How much does a paralegal and legal assistant make in Omaha?
$64,230a year
Median yearly pay for paralegal and legal assistants in the Omaha, NE-IA metro area. That is $30.88 an hour or $5,353 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.88
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 55 of 376
- Jobs in the area
- 1,010
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,330Median: $64,230Highest 10%: $92,480
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,330 | $21.79 | |
| 25th | $50,490 | $24.27 | |
| Median | $64,230 | $30.88 | |
| 75th | $76,760 | $36.90 | |
| 90th | $92,480 | $44.46 |
Other cities in Nebraska
Median yearly pay for paralegal and legal assistants.
| Lincoln, NE | $61,440 |
| Sioux City, IA | $56,100 |
Related jobs in Omaha
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Judge | $208,200 |
| Lawyer | $131,700 |
| Legal Support Worker | $56,600 |
| Title Examiner | $51,300 |
| Judicial Law Clerk | $44,640 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a paralegal and legal assistant make an hour in Omaha?
The median hourly pay in the Omaha, NE-IA metro area is $30.88 ($64,230 a year).
Do paralegal and legal assistants make more in Omaha than the national average?
Yes: $64,230 against $62,890 nationally, 2% more.
How does Omaha compare with the rest of Nebraska?
The median in Nebraska is $63,250, so Omaha pays 2% more.
Where does Omaha rank for paralegal and legal assistant pay?
55 of 376 metro areas with data.
How much does a paralegal and legal assistant make starting out in Omaha?
The lowest-paid 10% make $45,330 or less a year; the top 10% make $92,480 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.