SOC 43-6012 · California · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants in California is $63,888 per year ($30.72/hr). This is 18% higher than the national median of $54,142. The middle 50% earn between $50,413 and $85,070 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $103,453.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $20.15 | $41,921 | +18.0% |
| P25 | $24.24 | $50,413 | +18.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $30.72 | $63,888 | +18.0% |
| P75 | $40.90 | $85,070 | +18.0% |
| P90 | $49.74 | $103,453 | +18.0% |
The overall labor market contracted slightly in February: 5.0M separations vs 4.8M hires. Hiring rate hit 3.1%, the lowest since April 2020. The "Great Stay" persists with quits at 1.9% for 8 consecutive months.
The median (P50) annual salary for Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants in California is approximately $63,888, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 18% higher than the national median of $54,142.
Entry-level Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants (10th percentile) in California earn approximately $41,921 per year. The 25th percentile is $50,413. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $103,453.
California pays 18% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $54,142 vs $63,888 in California. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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