Judge Salary in Illinois
Explore judge salaries in Illinois including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in IL
$104,066
Monthly: $8,672
Biweekly: $4,003
Entry Level
$61,944
Monthly: $5,162
Biweekly: $2,382
Senior Level
$173,442
Monthly: $14,454
Biweekly: $6,671
Job Growth
12%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $61,944 | $104,066 | $173,442 |
| Monthly | $5,162 | $8,672 | $14,454 |
| Biweekly | $2,382 | $4,003 | $6,671 |
| Weekly | $1,191 | $2,001 | $3,335 |
| Hourly | $30 | $50 | $83 |
IL vs National Comparison
National Median
$99,110
IL Median
$104,066
Difference
+$4,956
Multiplier
1.05x
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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