How much does a judge make in Rhode Island?
$239,800a year
Median yearly pay for judges in Rhode Island. That is $115.27 an hour or $19,980 a month.
- Hourly
- $115.27
- Vs. national median
- +56%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $81,690Median: $239,800Highest 10%: $271,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $81,690 | $39.27 | |
| 25th | $215,000 | $103.36 | |
| Median | $239,800 | $115.27 | |
| 75th | $255,000 | $122.57 | |
| 90th | $271,100 | $130.33 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $229,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for judges.
| 1. Rhode Island | $239,800 |
| 2. Massachusetts | $221,700 |
| 3. Connecticut | $217,800 |
| 4. New York | $216,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a judge make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $115.27 ($239,800 a year).
Do judges make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $239,800 against $154,000 nationally, 56% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for judge pay?
Rhode Island ranks 1 of 41 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays judges the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $229,800 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.