Paralegal Salary in St. Louis, MO
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$55,736
Hourly Rate
$26.80
/hour
Jobs in Area
313
employed
Paralegal Salary Range in St. Louis, MO
Annual Salary Range
$35k
10th percentile
$47k
25th
$66k
75th
$83k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $35,178 | $16.91 |
| 25th Percentile | $47,044 | $22.62 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $55,736 | $26.80 |
| 75th Percentile | $65,742 | $31.61 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $83,461 | $40.13 |
| Average (Mean) | $59,772 | $28.74 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Paralegal salary in St. Louis, MO is $55,736 per year or $26.80 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the St. Louis Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How St. Louis, MO Compares
vs National Average
$60,970
vs Missouri Average
$58,799
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$61,519
Cost of living in St. Louis, MO is 9.4% below the national average.
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