How much does a judge make in New Mexico?
$205,400a year
Median yearly pay for judges in New Mexico. That is $98.75 an hour or $17,120 a month.
- Hourly
- $98.75
- Vs. national median
- +33%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $76,260Median: $205,400Highest 10%: $218,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $76,260 | $36.66 | |
| 25th | $127,000 | $61.04 | |
| Median | $205,400 | $98.75 | |
| 75th | $216,200 | $103.95 | |
| 90th | $218,000 | $104.82 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Albuquerque, NM | $216,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for judges.
| 5. Hawaii | $211,800 |
| 6. Tennessee | $208,400 |
| 7. Nebraska | $208,200 |
| 8. New Mexico | $205,400 |
| 9. New Jersey | $204,200 |
| 10. Colorado | $198,800 |
| 11. Vermont | $194,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a judge make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $98.75 ($205,400 a year).
Do judges make more in New Mexico than the national average?
Yes: $205,400 against $154,000 nationally, 33% more.
Where does New Mexico rank for judge pay?
New Mexico ranks 8 of 41 states.
Which city in New Mexico pays judges the most?
Albuquerque, NM, with a median of $216,200 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.