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Paralegals and Legal Assistants average salary by city in Kansas
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita | $53,960 | $50,240 | $47,000 | $43,326 | 89 |
| Topeka | $53,630 | $50,350 | $45,290 | $43,079 | 89 |
| Lawrence | $52,900 | $52,530 | $42,020 | $42,533 | 90 |
| Manhattan | $51,820 | $47,890 | $39,190 | $41,726 | 90 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 23-2011.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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