Judge Salary in California
Explore judge salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$126,861
Monthly: $10,572
Biweekly: $4,879
Entry Level
$75,512
Monthly: $6,293
Biweekly: $2,904
Senior Level
$211,434
Monthly: $17,620
Biweekly: $8,132
Job Growth
12%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $75,512 | $126,861 | $211,434 |
| Monthly | $6,293 | $10,572 | $17,620 |
| Biweekly | $2,904 | $4,879 | $8,132 |
| Weekly | $1,452 | $2,440 | $4,066 |
| Hourly | $36 | $61 | $102 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$99,110
CA Median
$126,861
Difference
+$27,751
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Preside over court proceedings and make legal decisions.
Education
Juris Doctor (JD); appointment or election required
Key Skills
Legal KnowledgeJudicial TemperamentDecision MakingImpartiality
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