Paralegal Cost in San Jose
Rate benchmarks for paralegal services in the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA metro area. Based on BLS OES 2025 data.
Paralegal — San Jose
| Experience | Hourly Rate | Monthly (20 hrs) | Monthly (40 hrs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry (0–3 yrs) | $84.38/hr | $1,688 | $3,375 |
| Mid (3–5 yrs) | $117.30/hr | $2,346 | $4,692 |
| Senior (5–10 yrs) | $161.89/hr | $3,238 | $6,476 |
| Lead (10+ yrs) | $241.90/hr | $4,838 | $9,676 |
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