Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates Salary in Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $137,620 -11.9% vs national
Median hourly $66.16
10th percentile $29,310
90th percentile $155,040
Employed locally 60
National median $156,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,310
    25th
    $87,690
    50th (median)
    $137,620
    75th
    $151,990
    90th
    $155,040

    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 Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Lawyers$103,130
    Paralegals and Legal Assistants$47,540
    Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers$57,960
    Legal Support Workers, All Other$80,270

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates in Central Kentucky is $66.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $78.50 or more per hour.

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

    The median Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates salary in Central Kentucky is 11.9% 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 Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates (10th percentile) earn around $29,310 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $87,690.