Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates Salary in East-Central Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $49,130 -68.5% vs national
Median hourly $23.62
10th percentile $23,070
90th percentile $109,450
Employed locally 40
National median $156,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,070
    25th
    $27,580
    50th (median)
    $49,130
    75th
    $63,650
    90th
    $109,450

    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 East-Central Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Lawyers $81,890
    Paralegals and Legal Assistants $49,450
    Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers $60,570

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates make per hour in East-Central Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates in East-Central Montana is $23.62, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $52.62 or more per hour.

    Is East-Central Montana above or below average for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates salaries?

    The median Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates salary in East-Central Montana is 68.5% 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 East-Central Montana?

    Entry-level Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates (10th percentile) earn around $23,070 per year in East-Central Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,580.