Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates Salary in Southwest New York

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

Median annual salary $174,820 +11.9% vs national
Median hourly $84.05
10th percentile $73,660
90th percentile $222,690
Employed locally 100
National median $156,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $73,660
    25th
    $125,270
    50th (median)
    $174,820
    75th
    $176,020
    90th
    $222,690

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates in Southwest New York is $84.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $109.75 or more per hour.

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

    The median Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates salary in Southwest New York is 11.9% 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 Southwest New York?

    Entry-level Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates (10th percentile) earn around $73,660 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $125,270.