How much does a judge make in North Dakota?
$171,100a year
Median yearly pay for judges in North Dakota. That is $82.26 an hour or $14,260 a month.
- Hourly
- $82.26
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,040Median: $171,100Highest 10%: $176,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,040 | $27.90 | |
| 25th | $110,600 | $53.16 | |
| Median | $171,100 | $82.26 | |
| 75th | $171,100 | $82.26 | |
| 90th | $176,000 | $84.60 |
Cities in North Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for judges.
| 15. Indiana | $183,000 |
| 16. Idaho | $172,900 |
| 17. Maryland | $172,200 |
| 18. North Dakota | $171,100 |
| 19. Oregon | $166,400 |
| 20. Nevada | $166,400 |
| 21. Maine | $161,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a judge make an hour in North Dakota?
The median hourly pay in North Dakota is $82.26 ($171,100 a year).
Do judges make more in North Dakota than the national average?
Yes: $171,100 against $154,000 nationally, 11% more.
Where does North Dakota rank for judge pay?
North Dakota ranks 18 of 41 states.
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.