Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates Salary in Southern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $52,910 -66.1% vs national
Median hourly $25.44
10th percentile $45,720
90th percentile $172,120
Employed locally 30
National median $156,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,720
    25th
    $48,460
    50th (median)
    $52,910
    75th
    $106,110
    90th
    $172,120

    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 Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Lawyers$102,240
    Paralegals and Legal Assistants$55,700
    Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers$45,340

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates in Southern Michigan is $25.44, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $82.75 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates salaries?

    The median Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates salary in Southern Michigan is 66.1% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates (10th percentile) earn around $45,720 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,460.