Paralegal salary in San Antonio, TX
Median pay, San Antonio metro
$53,300/year
about $25.63 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $44,220 – $67,650
Half of paralegals in the San Antonio metro area earn more than $53,300 a year and half earn less. That's 15% lower than the national median of $62,890, and ranks #30 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $39,810 | $19.14 |
| 25th | $44,220 | $21.26 |
| Median (50th) | $53,300 | $25.63 |
| 75th | $67,650 | $32.52 |
| 90th (top earners) | $87,530 | $42.08 |
*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 San Antonio metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $44,220 ($21.26/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $44,220 to $67,650 ($21.26 to $32.52/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $67,650 ($32.52/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, San Antonio metro. Occupation: Paralegals and Legal Assistants (SOC 23-2011). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.