Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates Salary in Northeast Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,010 -69.3% vs national
Median hourly $23.08
10th percentile $28,250
90th percentile $140,630
Employed locally 60
National median $156,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,250
    25th
    $37,730
    50th (median)
    $48,010
    75th
    $83,000
    90th
    $140,630

    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 Northeast Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Paralegals and Legal Assistants $37,270
    Lawyers $91,790

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates make per hour in Northeast Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates in Northeast Alabama is $23.08, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.41 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Alabama above or below average for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates salaries?

    The median Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates salary in Northeast Alabama is 69.3% 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 Northeast Alabama?

    Entry-level Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates (10th percentile) earn around $28,250 per year in Northeast Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,730.