Paralegal salary in Orlando, FL
Median pay, Orlando metro
$59,470/year
about $28.59 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $47,040 – $70,880
Half of paralegals in the Orlando metro area earn more than $59,470 a year and half earn less. That's 5% lower than the national median of $62,890, and ranks #29 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $39,400 | $18.94 |
| 25th | $47,040 | $22.62 |
| Median (50th) | $59,470 | $28.59 |
| 75th | $70,880 | $34.08 |
| 90th (top earners) | $78,270 | $37.63 |
*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 Orlando metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $47,040 ($22.62/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $47,040 to $70,880 ($22.62 to $34.08/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $70,880 ($34.08/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, Orlando metro. Occupation: Paralegals and Legal Assistants (SOC 23-2011). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.