How much does a judge make in Vermont?
$194,200a year
Median yearly pay for judges in Vermont. That is $93.35 an hour or $16,180 a month.
- Hourly
- $93.35
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,730Median: $194,200Highest 10%: $194,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,730 | $27.75 | |
| 25th | $146,400 | $70.39 | |
| Median | $194,200 | $93.35 | |
| 75th | $194,200 | $93.35 | |
| 90th | $194,200 | $93.35 |
Cities in Vermont
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Burlington, VT | $161,500 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for judges.
| 8. New Mexico | $205,400 |
| 9. New Jersey | $204,200 |
| 10. Colorado | $198,800 |
| 11. Vermont | $194,200 |
| 12. Minnesota | $190,100 |
| 13. Florida | $186,000 |
| 14. Alaska | $183,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a judge make an hour in Vermont?
The median hourly pay in Vermont is $93.35 ($194,200 a year).
Do judges make more in Vermont than the national average?
Yes: $194,200 against $154,000 nationally, 26% more.
Where does Vermont rank for judge pay?
Vermont ranks 11 of 41 states.
Which city in Vermont pays judges the most?
Burlington-South Burlington, VT, with a median of $161,500 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.