Paralegal Salary in Vermont
Based on 660+ workers in Vermont
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (VT)
$67,160
$32.29/hr
vs National Average
$62,104
+8.1% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$49K – $87K
660 employed in Vermont
Salary Distribution — Paralegal in Vermont
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $48,650 |
| 25th percentile | $58,530 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $67,160 |
| 75th percentile | $78,620 |
| 90th percentile | $87,390 |
Top-Paying Industries for Paralegal (U.S.)
Which industries pay Paralegals the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Paralegals in Vermont tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Wholesale Trade | $97,880 | 710 |
| Manufacturing | $97,640 | 1K |
| Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction | $96,380 | 110 |
| Utilities | $95,330 | 280 |
| Real Estate and Rental and Leasing | $94,940 | 1K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Paralegal in Vermont vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Vermont) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $60,560 |
| 2023 | $61,880 |
| 2024 | $63,000 |
| 2025 | $67,160 |
| 2026 (projected) | $71,190 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Vermont Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $60,560 | $55,984 |
| 2023 | $61,880 | $58,945 |
| 2024 | $63,000 | $58,959 |
| 2025 | $67,160 | $62,104 |
| 2026 (projected) | $71,190 | $65,830 |
Paralegal Salary by Experience Level in Vermont
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $58,530 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $67,160 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $78,620 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $87,390 |
Paralegal Salary in Other States
Related Paralegal Salaries in Vermont
How other high-demand occupations in Vermont compare to Paralegal ($67,160 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Paralegal | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer in VT | $127,310 | +89.6% | $61.21/hr |
| Editor in VT | $66,860 | -0.4% | $32.14/hr |
| Medical Scientist in VT | $66,500 | -1.0% | $31.97/hr |
| Public Relations Specialist in VT | $66,060 | -1.6% | $31.76/hr |
| Graphic Designer in VT | $65,690 | -2.2% | $31.58/hr |
| Police Officer in VT | $68,910 | +2.6% | $33.13/hr |
| Purchasing Agent in VT | $65,330 | -2.7% | $31.41/hr |
| School Counselor in VT | $64,570 | -3.9% | $31.04/hr |
| Licensed Practical Nurse in VT | $69,930 | +4.1% | $33.62/hr |
| Interior Designer in VT | $63,870 | -4.9% | $30.71/hr |
| Insurance Sales Agent in VT | $70,720 | +5.3% | $34.00/hr |
| Electrician in VT | $63,430 | -5.6% | $30.50/hr |