Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates Salary in Northern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $177,180 +13.4% vs national
Median hourly $85.18
10th percentile $177,180
90th percentile $177,180
Employed locally 50
National median $156,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $177,180
    25th
    $177,180
    50th (median)
    $177,180
    75th
    $177,180
    90th
    $177,180

    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 Northern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Lawyers $104,860
    Paralegals and Legal Assistants $45,730
    Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers $45,070

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates make per hour in Northern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates in Northern Indiana is $85.18, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $87.98 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Indiana above or below average for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates salaries?

    The median Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates salary in Northern Indiana is 13.4% above 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 Northern Indiana?

    Entry-level Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates (10th percentile) earn around $177,180 per year in Northern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $177,180.