SOC 43-6012 · Texas · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants in Texas is $52,518 per year ($25.25/hr). This is 3% lower than the national median of $54,142. The middle 50% earn between $41,442 and $69,930 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $85,042.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $16.57 | $34,461 | -3.0% |
| P25 | $19.92 | $41,442 | -3.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $25.25 | $52,518 | -3.0% |
| P75 | $33.62 | $69,930 | -3.0% |
| P90 | $40.89 | $85,042 | -3.0% |
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 Texas is approximately $52,518, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 3% lower than the national median of $54,142.
Entry-level Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants (10th percentile) in Texas earn approximately $34,461 per year. The 25th percentile is $41,442. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $85,042.
Texas pays 3% lower than the national average. The national P50 is $54,142 vs $52,518 in Texas. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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