How much does a paralegal and legal assistant make in Springfield?
$65,820a year
Median yearly pay for paralegal and legal assistants in the Springfield, MA metro area. That is $31.64 an hour or $5,485 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.64
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among cities
- 40 of 376
- Jobs in the area
- 430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,460Median: $65,820Highest 10%: $93,940
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,460 | $17.05 | |
| 25th | $50,770 | $24.41 | |
| Median | $65,820 | $31.64 | |
| 75th | $77,710 | $37.36 | |
| 90th | $93,940 | $45.16 |
Other cities in Massachusetts
Median yearly pay for paralegal and legal assistants.
| Boston, MA | $79,850 |
| Worcester, MA | $70,990 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $64,310 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $64,050 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $62,210 |
| Providence, RI | $57,100 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Lawyer | $123,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a paralegal and legal assistant make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MA metro area is $31.64 ($65,820 a year).
Do paralegal and legal assistants make more in Springfield than the national average?
Yes: $65,820 against $62,890 nationally, 5% more.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Massachusetts?
The median in Massachusetts is $77,640, so Springfield pays 15% less.
Where does Springfield rank for paralegal and legal assistant pay?
40 of 376 metro areas with data.
How much does a paralegal and legal assistant make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,460 or less a year; the top 10% make $93,940 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.