How much does a judge make in Mississippi?
$49,960a year
Median yearly pay for judges in Mississippi. That is $24.02 an hour or $4,163 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.02
- Vs. national median
- -68%
- Rank among states
- 41 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 360
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,510Median: $49,960Highest 10%: $165,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,510 | $13.23 | |
| 25th | $42,010 | $20.20 | |
| Median | $49,960 | $24.02 | |
| 75th | $68,640 | $33.00 | |
| 90th | $165,200 | $79.44 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $124,900 |
| Jackson, MS | $78,050 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for judges.
| 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 Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $24.02 ($49,960 a year).
Do judges make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $49,960 against $154,000 nationally, 68% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for judge pay?
Mississippi ranks 41 of 41 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays judges the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $124,900 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.