How much does a judge make in Minnesota?
$190,100a year
Median yearly pay for judges in Minnesota. That is $91.40 an hour or $15,840 a month.
- Hourly
- $91.40
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 590
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $117,500Median: $190,100Highest 10%: $190,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $117,500 | $56.50 | |
| 25th | $171,100 | $82.25 | |
| Median | $190,100 | $91.40 | |
| 75th | $190,100 | $91.40 | |
| 90th | $190,100 | $91.40 |
Cities in Minnesota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Minneapolis, MN | $186,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for judges.
| 9. New Jersey | $204,200 |
| 10. Colorado | $198,800 |
| 11. Vermont | $194,200 |
| 12. Minnesota | $190,100 |
| 13. Florida | $186,000 |
| 14. Alaska | $183,300 |
| 15. Indiana | $183,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a judge make an hour in Minnesota?
The median hourly pay in Minnesota is $91.40 ($190,100 a year).
Do judges make more in Minnesota than the national average?
Yes: $190,100 against $154,000 nationally, 23% more.
Where does Minnesota rank for judge pay?
Minnesota ranks 12 of 41 states.
Which city in Minnesota pays judges the most?
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI, with a median of $186,600 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.