How much does a judge make in Michigan?
$51,210a year
Median yearly pay for judges in Michigan. That is $24.62 an hour or $4,268 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.62
- Vs. national median
- -67%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 570
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,720Median: $51,210Highest 10%: $181,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,720 | $21.98 | |
| 25th | $48,340 | $23.24 | |
| Median | $51,210 | $24.62 | |
| 75th | $127,300 | $61.21 | |
| 90th | $181,300 | $87.15 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Detroit, MI | $55,000 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $48,110 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for judges.
| 37. Wisconsin | $76,620 |
| 38. West Virginia | $63,240 |
| 39. Alabama | $52,850 |
| 40. Michigan | $51,210 |
| 41. Mississippi | $49,960 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a judge make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $24.62 ($51,210 a year).
Do judges make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $51,210 against $154,000 nationally, 67% less.
Where does Michigan rank for judge pay?
Michigan ranks 40 of 41 states.
Which city in Michigan pays judges the most?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, with a median of $55,000 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.