How much does a judge make in Louisiana?
$83,040a year
Median yearly pay for judges in Louisiana. That is $39.92 an hour or $6,920 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.92
- Vs. national median
- -46%
- Rank among states
- 36 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $24,660Median: $83,040Highest 10%: $143,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $24,660 | $11.86 | |
| 25th | $41,600 | $20.00 | |
| Median | $83,040 | $39.92 | |
| 75th | $119,000 | $57.21 | |
| 90th | $143,800 | $69.13 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New Orleans, LA | $95,020 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for judges.
| 33. Utah | $92,780 |
| 34. South Carolina | $86,210 |
| 35. Montana | $84,630 |
| 36. Louisiana | $83,040 |
| 37. Wisconsin | $76,620 |
| 38. West Virginia | $63,240 |
| 39. Alabama | $52,850 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a judge make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $39.92 ($83,040 a year).
Do judges make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $83,040 against $154,000 nationally, 46% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for judge pay?
Louisiana ranks 36 of 41 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays judges the most?
New Orleans-Metairie, LA, with a median of $95,020 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.