Paralegal Salary in Chicago (2026)
Based on 3,021 job listings · Updated April 2026
$20k$140k+
$80k
median salary
Entry level
$20k – $60k
Mid-level
$60k – $100k
Senior
$100k+
$20k$80k$140k+
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