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Commercial Paralegal

Average Commercial Paralegal Salary

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$54,969
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$39k
MEDIAN
$55k
90%
$82k

The average salary for a Commercial Paralegal is $54,969 in 2025

Base Salary
$39k - $82k
Bonus
$504 - $7k
Profit Sharing
$1k - $7k
Commission
$357 - $25k
Total Pay
$35k - $80k
Based on 13,095 salary profiles (last updated Oct 04 2023)
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How do Commercial Paralegals Rate Their Jobs?

3.9 out of 5
(1,481)
Highly Satisfied
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Common Health Benefits for a Commercial Paralegal

Medical
66%
Dental
49%
Vision
42%
None
33%

Gender Breakdown for Commercial Paralegals

Female
89.0%
Male
9.7%
Prefer to self-define
1.1%
This data is based on 5,299 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Commercial Paralegals

What is the highest pay for Commercial Paralegals?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Commercial Paralegal is $82k / year

What is the lowest pay for Commercial Paralegals?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Commercial Paralegal is $39k / year

How can Commercial Paralegals increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Commercial Paralegal is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Commercial Paralegal that oversees more junior Commercial Paralegals, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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