Paralegals and Legal Assistants pay in Omaha
In Omaha (NE), the median pay for paralegals and legal assistants is $30.88 an hour ($64,230 a year). About 1,010 people work in this job there.
That is 2% higher than the U.S. median ($62,890). It is 2% higher than the Nebraska median ($63,250).
Pay range for paralegals and legal assistants in Omaha (NE)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.80 | $45,330 |
| 25% of workers | $24.28 | $50,490 |
| Half of workers (median) | $30.88 | $64,230 |
| 75% of workers | $36.90 | $76,760 |
| 90% of workers | $44.46 | $92,480 |
Paralegals and Legal Assistants pay in Nebraska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha (this page) | $64,230 | 1,010 |
| Lincoln | $61,440 | 420 |
Nebraska unemployment rate: 2.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for paralegals and legal assistants
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: -0.3% over ten years, little or no change · about 40,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Omaha (NE)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive | $47,760 |
| Office Clerks, General | $39,690 |
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