How much does a judge make in Georgia?
$133,700a year
Median yearly pay for judges in Georgia. That is $64.26 an hour or $11,140 a month.
- Hourly
- $64.26
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 27 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 1,190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,420Median: $133,700Highest 10%: $188,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,420 | $17.99 | |
| 25th | $70,420 | $33.86 | |
| Median | $133,700 | $64.26 | |
| 75th | $155,800 | $74.92 | |
| 90th | $188,000 | $90.38 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $144,800 |
| Gainesville, GA | $144,800 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $107,700 |
| Augusta, GA | $85,260 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for judges.
| 24. Iowa | $147,500 |
| 25. Texas | $140,000 |
| 26. Washington | $134,300 |
| 27. Georgia | $133,700 |
| 28. Delaware | $131,300 |
| 29. Pennsylvania | $110,600 |
| 30. Virginia | $104,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a judge make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $64.26 ($133,700 a year).
Do judges make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $133,700 against $154,000 nationally, 13% less.
Where does Georgia rank for judge pay?
Georgia ranks 27 of 41 states.
Which city in Georgia pays judges the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $144,800 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.