Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants Hourly Pay
As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for legal secretaries and administrative assistants in the United States was $26.72, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $17.55 |
| 25th | $21.37 |
| Median | $26.72 |
| 75th | $34.60 |
| 90th | $44.10 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do legal secretaries and administrative assistants make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $26.72; the mean hourly wage is $29.14.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for legal secretaries and administrative assistants?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $17.55 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for legal secretaries and administrative assistants?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $44.10 per hour.