How much does a judge make in Rochester?
$174,900a year
Median yearly pay for judges in the Rochester, NY metro area. That is $84.11 an hour or $14,580 a month.
- Hourly
- $84.11
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among cities
- 30 of 98
- Jobs in the area
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $171,400Median: $174,900Highest 10%: $222,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $171,400 | $82.39 | |
| 25th | $174,900 | $84.11 | |
| Median | $174,900 | $84.11 | |
| 75th | $222,700 | $107.04 | |
| 90th | $222,700 | $107.04 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for judges.
| New York, NY | $204,200 |
| Utica, NY | $176,500 |
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $174,700 |
| Buffalo, NY | $174,300 |
| Albany, NY | $172,400 |
| Syracuse, NY | $172,300 |
Related jobs in Rochester
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Lawyer | $148,200 |
| Legal Support Worker | $93,250 |
| Title Examiner | $57,730 |
| Paralegal and Legal Assistant | $57,250 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a judge make an hour in Rochester?
The median hourly pay in the Rochester, NY metro area is $84.11 ($174,900 a year).
Do judges make more in Rochester than the national average?
Yes: $174,900 against $154,000 nationally, 14% more.
How does Rochester compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $216,400, so Rochester pays 19% less.
Where does Rochester rank for judge pay?
30 of 98 metro areas with data.
How much does a judge make starting out in Rochester?
The lowest-paid 10% make $171,400 or less a year; the top 10% make $222,700 or more.
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.