Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates Salary in East Georgia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Georgia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $72,470 -53.6% vs national
Median hourly $34.84
10th percentile $21,500
90th percentile $177,120
Employed locally 60
National median $156,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $21,500
    25th
    $49,250
    50th (median)
    $72,470
    75th
    $130,640
    90th
    $177,120

    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 East Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Lawyers$81,030
    Paralegals and Legal Assistants$44,060

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates in East Georgia is $34.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $81.48 or more per hour.

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

    The median Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates salary in East Georgia is 53.6% 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 East Georgia?

    Entry-level Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates (10th percentile) earn around $21,500 per year in East Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,250.