How much does a judge make in Jacksonville?
$173,900a year
Median yearly pay for judges in the Jacksonville, FL metro area. That is $83.62 an hour or $14,490 a month.
- Hourly
- $83.62
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among cities
- 33 of 98
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $173,900Median: $173,900Highest 10%: $225,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $173,900 | $83.62 | |
| 25th | $173,900 | $83.62 | |
| Median | $173,900 | $83.62 | |
| 75th | $225,100 | $108.22 | |
| 90th | $225,100 | $108.22 |
Other cities in Florida
Median yearly pay for judges.
| Miami, FL | $196,900 |
| Tampa, FL | $196,900 |
| Orlando, FL | $176,500 |
| Deltona, FL | $175,000 |
| Tallahassee, FL | $173,400 |
Related jobs in Jacksonville
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Lawyer | $127,900 |
| Paralegal and Legal Assistant | $62,480 |
| Legal Support Worker | $61,500 |
| Title Examiner | $58,290 |
| Judicial Law Clerk | $56,620 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a judge make an hour in Jacksonville?
The median hourly pay in the Jacksonville, FL metro area is $83.62 ($173,900 a year).
Do judges make more in Jacksonville than the national average?
Yes: $173,900 against $154,000 nationally, 13% more.
How does Jacksonville compare with the rest of Florida?
The median in Florida is $186,000, so Jacksonville pays 7% less.
Where does Jacksonville rank for judge pay?
33 of 98 metro areas with data.
How much does a judge make starting out in Jacksonville?
The lowest-paid 10% make $173,900 or less a year; the top 10% make $225,100 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.