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Paralegal Salary in Australia

Paralegals support lawyers with research, drafting, and case management. The Australia median is $104,096 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$104,096
per year
Monthly (national)
$8,675
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$104,096
Newcastle, NSW
Hourly (national)
$50.05
varies by city

Paralegal salary by city in Australia

CityPer year
Newcastle, NSW$104,096
Canberra, ACT$104,096
Sunshine Coast, QLD$104,096
Wollongong, NSW$104,096
Hobart, TAS$104,096
Darwin, NT$104,096
Mackay, QLD$104,096
Melbourne, VIC$77,031
Sydney, NSW$75,643
Perth, WA$68,842
Brisbane, QLD$68,217
Adelaide, SA$60,167

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a paralegal make in Australia?
The national median paralegal salary in Australia is about $150,000 per year ($12,500 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $86,700 to $150,000.
Which Australia city pays paralegals the most?
Newcastle, NSW pays the most at about $150,000 per year.
Which Australia city pays paralegals the least?
Among cities we cover, Adelaide, SA is on the lower end at about $86,700 per year for a paralegal.
What is the typical salary range for a paralegal in Australia?
Across Australia cities we cover, paralegal pay commonly spans from about $51,900 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $199,500 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Australia cities have paralegal salary data?
Pay by Role publishes paralegal pay for 12 cities in Australia, all shown in AUD.
Is paralegal in demand in Australia?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +12% over the next decade. Related legal roles on Pay by Role include Lawyer, Corporate Attorney.