What are the main factors that influence a Judge/Magistrate's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Judge/Magistrate?

Judge/Magistrate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Judge/Magistrate roles are District of Columbia $209,080, California $208,287, Massachusetts $205,511. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

Judge/Magistrate Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Judge/Magistrate make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Judge/Magistrate in Rhode Island is $195,786 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $94.

However, a Judge/Magistrate's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $240,337
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $192,046 to $219,106
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $188,640

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Judge/Magistrate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$219,106	$18,259	$4,214	$105
Average	$195,786	$16,316	$3,765	$94
25th Percentile	$192,046	$16,004	$3,693	$92

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Key Factors That Influence Judge/Magistrate Salaries

A Judge/Magistrate's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Judge/Magistrate Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Judge/Magistrates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $209,080.
California: $208,287.
Massachusetts: $205,511.

District of Columbia $209,080 California $208,287 Massachusetts $205,511 Washington $204,756 New Jersey $204,681 Alaska $204,416 Connecticut $201,810 New York $200,753

Hawaii $197,373 Rhode Island $195,786 Maryland $194,710 Minnesota $193,237 Colorado $192,671 Illinois $192,482 Oregon $191,764 Delaware $191,235

New Hampshire $190,903 Virginia $190,159 Pennsylvania $187,987 Nevada $186,892 North Dakota $186,533 Michigan $185,967 Wisconsin $185,759 Vermont $185,344

Texas $184,192 Maine $184,116 Arizona $184,003 Ohio $183,871 Georgia $182,133 Indiana $181,265 Wyoming $181,095 Utah $180,830

Iowa $180,717 Kansas $179,811 Louisiana $179,546 North Carolina $179,452 Missouri $179,414 Florida $178,678 Montana $178,281 Nebraska $177,903

Kentucky $177,696 South Carolina $176,940 Tennessee $176,468 Idaho $176,279 New Mexico $174,901 Oklahoma $174,599 Alabama $173,485 South Dakota $171,615

Arkansas $170,595 West Virginia $170,048 Mississippi $168,405

Top Paying Cities for Judge/Magistrates

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $198,234
Albion: $196,559
Ashaway: $197,858

Adamsville, RI $198,234 Albion, RI $196,559 Ashaway, RI $197,858 Barrington, RI $196,041 Block Island, RI $197,133 Bradford, RI $197,739 Bristol, RI $196,797 Carolina, RI $197,412

Charlestown, RI $197,484 Chepachet, RI $197,091 Clayville, RI $196,542 Coventry, RI $196,551 West Greenwich, RI $197,093 East Greenwich, RI $196,419 Exeter, RI $197,038 Fiskeville, RI $196,037

Forestdale, RI $197,548 Foster, RI $196,987 Glendale, RI $197,563 Greene, RI $197,246 Greenville, RI $196,113 Harmony, RI $196,366 Harrisville, RI $197,478 Hope, RI $196,160

Hope Valley, RI $197,684 Hopkinton, RI $197,945 Jamestown, RI $197,284 Kenyon, RI $197,388 Little Compton, RI $198,203 Manville, RI $196,817 Mapleville, RI $197,129 Newport, RI $197,482

Middletown, RI $197,569 North Kingstown, RI $196,757 North Scituate, RI $196,368 Oakland, RI $197,342 Pascoag, RI $197,609 Pawtucket, RI $195,749 Central Falls, RI $195,835 Cumberland, RI $196,948

Lincoln, RI $196,032 Portsmouth, RI $197,461 Prudence Island, RI $197,055 Rockville, RI $197,915 Saunderstown, RI $197,165 Shannock, RI $197,399 Slatersville, RI $197,550 Slocum, RI $197,159

Tiverton, RI $198,062 Wakefield, RI $197,333 Kingston, RI $197,257 Narragansett, RI $197,388 Peace Dale, RI $197,308 Warren, RI $196,547 Warwick, RI $196,000 Westerly, RI $197,905

West Kingston, RI $197,320 West Warwick, RI $196,240 Wood River Junction, RI $197,601 Woonsocket, RI $197,560 North Smithfield, RI $197,110 Wyoming, RI $197,399 Providence, RI $195,692 Cranston, RI $195,718

North Providence, RI $195,741 East Providence, RI $195,705 Riverside, RI $195,767 Rumford, RI $195,739 Smithfield, RI $196,136 Johnston, RI $195,807

Judge/Magistrate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Judge/Magistrate's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$192,046

Average $195,786/year

$219,106

$16,004

Average $16,316/month

$18,259

$3,693

Average $3,765/week

$4,214

$92

Average $94/hour

$105

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$219,106	$18,259	$4,214	$105
Average	$195,786	$16,316	$3,765	$94
25th Percentile	$192,046	$16,004	$3,693	$92

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