Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates Salary in Eastern Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $110,260 -29.4% vs national
Median hourly $53.01
10th percentile $100,900
90th percentile $209,370
Employed locally 60
National median $156,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $100,900
    25th
    $108,680
    50th (median)
    $110,260
    75th
    $200,270
    90th
    $209,370

    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 Eastern Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Lawyers $129,760
    Paralegals and Legal Assistants $61,060
    Legal Support Workers, All Other $60,830
    Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers $46,800

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates in Eastern Washington is $53.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $106.99 or more per hour.

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

    The median Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates salary in Eastern Washington is 29.4% 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 Eastern Washington?

    Entry-level Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates (10th percentile) earn around $100,900 per year in Eastern Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $108,680.