Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates Salary in Southwest Alabama

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

Median annual salary $66,980 -57.1% vs national
Median hourly $32.20
10th percentile $26,680
90th percentile $140,630
Employed locally 30
National median $156,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $26,680
    25th
    $36,370
    50th (median)
    $66,980
    75th
    $108,330
    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 Southwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Paralegals and Legal Assistants $36,870
    Lawyers $104,660

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates in Southwest Alabama is $32.20, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $67.61 or more per hour.

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

    The median Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates salary in Southwest Alabama is 57.1% 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 Southwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates (10th percentile) earn around $26,680 per year in Southwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,370.