How much does a judge make in Indiana?
$183,000a year
Median yearly pay for judges in Indiana. That is $87.98 an hour or $15,250 a month.
- Hourly
- $87.98
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 790
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,960Median: $183,000Highest 10%: $183,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,960 | $28.35 | |
| 25th | $146,400 | $70.38 | |
| Median | $183,000 | $87.98 | |
| 75th | $183,000 | $87.98 | |
| 90th | $183,000 | $87.98 |
Cities in Indiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Evansville, IN | $183,000 |
| Indianapolis, IN | $183,000 |
| Fort Wayne, IN | $159,600 |
| Louisville, KY | $156,600 |
| Chicago, IL | $146,400 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $122,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for judges.
| 12. Minnesota | $190,100 |
| 13. Florida | $186,000 |
| 14. Alaska | $183,300 |
| 15. Indiana | $183,000 |
| 16. Idaho | $172,900 |
| 17. Maryland | $172,200 |
| 18. North Dakota | $171,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a judge make an hour in Indiana?
The median hourly pay in Indiana is $87.98 ($183,000 a year).
Do judges make more in Indiana than the national average?
Yes: $183,000 against $154,000 nationally, 19% more.
Where does Indiana rank for judge pay?
Indiana ranks 15 of 41 states.
Which city in Indiana pays judges the most?
Evansville, IN, with a median of $183,000 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.