Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates Salary in South Georgia

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

Median annual salary $86,120 -44.9% vs national
Median hourly $41.40
10th percentile $34,280
90th percentile $155,860
Employed locally 110
National median $156,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,280
    25th
    $57,570
    50th (median)
    $86,120
    75th
    $141,790
    90th
    $155,860

    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 South Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Lawyers $122,870
    Paralegals and Legal Assistants $46,550

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates in South Georgia is $41.40, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $74.20 or more per hour.

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

    The median Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates salary in South Georgia is 44.9% 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 South Georgia?

    Entry-level Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates (10th percentile) earn around $34,280 per year in South Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,570.