Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates Salary in Alaska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Alaska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $144,620 -7.4% vs national
Median hourly $69.53
10th percentile $71,540
90th percentile $236,180
Employed locally 60
National median $156,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $71,540
    25th
    $103,110
    50th (median)
    $144,620
    75th
    $199,180
    90th
    $236,180

    Top-paying metros for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Providence-Warwick, RI-MA $229,760
    Longview-Kelso, WA $224,040
    Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH $221,710
    Massachusetts $221,710
    Worcester, MA $221,710
    Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN $218,190

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Lawyers $147,160
    Paralegals and Legal Assistants $67,390
    Legal Support Workers, All Other $93,940

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates in Alaska is $69.53, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $114.82 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates salaries?

    The median Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates salary in Alaska is 7.4% below the national median of $156,210. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates in Alaska?

    Entry-level Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates (10th percentile) earn around $71,540 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $103,110.