How much does a judge make in Nevada?
$166,400a year
Median yearly pay for judges in Nevada. That is $79.98 an hour or $13,860 a month.
- Hourly
- $79.98
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,220Median: $166,400Highest 10%: $227,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,220 | $27.51 | |
| 25th | $83,610 | $40.20 | |
| Median | $166,400 | $79.98 | |
| 75th | $224,400 | $107.89 | |
| 90th | $227,900 | $109.55 |
Cities in Nevada
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Las Vegas, NV | $190,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for judges.
| 17. Maryland | $172,200 |
| 18. North Dakota | $171,100 |
| 19. Oregon | $166,400 |
| 20. Nevada | $166,400 |
| 21. Maine | $161,500 |
| 22. Kentucky | $150,700 |
| 23. Kansas | $148,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a judge make an hour in Nevada?
The median hourly pay in Nevada is $79.98 ($166,400 a year).
Do judges make more in Nevada than the national average?
Yes: $166,400 against $154,000 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Nevada rank for judge pay?
Nevada ranks 20 of 41 states.
Which city in Nevada pays judges the most?
Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV, with a median of $190,700 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.