How much does a judge make in Augusta?
$85,260a year
Median yearly pay for judges in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area. That is $40.99 an hour or $7,105 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.99
- Vs. national median
- -45%
- Rank among cities
- 84 of 98
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,220Median: $85,260Highest 10%: $175,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,220 | $23.18 | |
| 25th | $66,660 | $32.05 | |
| Median | $85,260 | $40.99 | |
| 75th | $144,800 | $69.61 | |
| 90th | $175,000 | $84.11 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for judges.
| Atlanta, GA | $144,800 |
Related jobs in Augusta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Lawyer | $124,000 |
| Paralegal and Legal Assistant | $51,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a judge make an hour in Augusta?
The median hourly pay in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area is $40.99 ($85,260 a year).
Do judges make more in Augusta than the national average?
No: $85,260 against $154,000 nationally, 45% less.
How does Augusta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $133,700, so Augusta pays 36% less.
Where does Augusta rank for judge pay?
84 of 98 metro areas with data.
How much does a judge make starting out in Augusta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $48,220 or less a year; the top 10% make $175,000 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.