Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates Salary in Arizona

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

Median annual salary $114,630 -26.6% vs national
Median hourly $55.11
10th percentile $64,760
90th percentile $210,120
Employed locally 60
National median $156,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $64,760
    25th
    $77,960
    50th (median)
    $114,630
    75th
    $164,500
    90th
    $210,120

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

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

    Related occupations in Arizona

    OccupationMedian salary
    Lawyers$99,850
    Paralegals and Legal Assistants$44,320

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates in Arizona is $55.11, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $79.02 or more per hour.

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

    The median Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates salary in Arizona is 26.6% 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 Arizona?

    Entry-level Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates (10th percentile) earn around $64,760 per year in Arizona. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $77,960.