Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates Salary in East Kentucky

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

Median annual salary $137,620 -11.9% vs national
Median hourly $66.16
10th percentile $101,390
90th percentile $151,990
Employed locally 50
National median $156,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $101,390
    25th
    $103,740
    50th (median)
    $137,620
    75th
    $151,990
    90th
    $151,990

    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 Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Lawyers $94,450
    Paralegals and Legal Assistants $46,080

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates in East Kentucky is $66.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $75.27 or more per hour.

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

    The median Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates salary in East 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 East Kentucky?

    Entry-level Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates (10th percentile) earn around $101,390 per year in East Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $103,740.