Paralegal salary in Miami, FL
Median pay, Miami metro
$62,090/year
about $29.85 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $50,330 – $77,730
Half of paralegals in the Miami metro area earn more than $62,090 a year and half earn less. That's 1% lower than the national median of $62,890, and ranks #24 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $38,500 | $18.51 |
| 25th | $50,330 | $24.20 |
| Median (50th) | $62,090 | $29.85 |
| 75th | $77,730 | $37.37 |
| 90th (top earners) | $91,990 | $44.23 |
*Yearly pay divided by 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), the full-time basis BLS uses.
Is your offer fair?
For a paralegal job in the Miami metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $50,330 ($24.20/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $50,330 to $77,730 ($24.20 to $37.37/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $77,730 ($37.37/hr). Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- Large law firms usually pay more than small firms or in-house roles, but often expect longer hours.
- Ask whether overtime is paid. Many paralegal roles qualify for it.
- A paralegal certificate or experience in a specific practice area can support a higher offer.
Also watch for the common warning signs in the posting itself: 15 job posting red flags.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, Miami metro. Occupation: Paralegals and Legal Assistants (SOC 23-2011). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.