How much does a judge make in Florida?
$186,000a year
Median yearly pay for judges in Florida. That is $89.44 an hour or $15,500 a month.
- Hourly
- $89.44
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 1,380
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $171,900Median: $186,000Highest 10%: $220,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $171,900 | $82.63 | |
| 25th | $176,500 | $84.83 | |
| Median | $186,000 | $89.44 | |
| 75th | $196,900 | $94.66 | |
| 90th | $220,400 | $105.97 |
Cities in Florida
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Miami, FL | $196,900 |
| Tampa, FL | $196,900 |
| Gainesville, FL | $179,000 |
| Orlando, FL | $176,500 |
| Port St. Lucie, FL | $175,400 |
| Deltona, FL | $175,000 |
| Jacksonville, FL | $173,900 |
| Tallahassee, FL | $173,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for judges.
| 10. Colorado | $198,800 |
| 11. Vermont | $194,200 |
| 12. Minnesota | $190,100 |
| 13. Florida | $186,000 |
| 14. Alaska | $183,300 |
| 15. Indiana | $183,000 |
| 16. Idaho | $172,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a judge make an hour in Florida?
The median hourly pay in Florida is $89.44 ($186,000 a year).
Do judges make more in Florida than the national average?
Yes: $186,000 against $154,000 nationally, 21% more.
Where does Florida rank for judge pay?
Florida ranks 13 of 41 states.
Which city in Florida pays judges the most?
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL, with a median of $196,900 a year.
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.