How much does a Bankruptcy Paralegal make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Bankruptcy Paralegal in the United States is $50,988. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $40,103 to a high of $60,309, with most professionals earning between $45,290 and $55,867.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Bankruptcy Paralegal Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Bankruptcy Paralegal Salary $40,103 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Bankruptcy Paralegal Salary $45,290 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Bankruptcy Paralegal Salary $50,988 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Bankruptcy Paralegal Salary $55,867 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Bankruptcy Paralegal Salary $60,309 US April 01, 2025
25% $45,290 10% $40,103 90% $60,309 75% $55,867 $50,988 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    Bankruptcy Paralegal

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Bankruptcy Specialist II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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