Judge Salary in Montana
Explore judge salaries in Montana including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in MT
$85,235
Monthly: $7,103
Biweekly: $3,278
Entry Level
$50,735
Monthly: $4,228
Biweekly: $1,951
Senior Level
$142,057
Monthly: $11,838
Biweekly: $5,464
Job Growth
12%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $50,735 | $85,235 | $142,057 |
| Monthly | $4,228 | $7,103 | $11,838 |
| Biweekly | $1,951 | $3,278 | $5,464 |
| Weekly | $976 | $1,639 | $2,732 |
| Hourly | $24 | $41 | $68 |
MT vs National Comparison
National Median
$99,110
MT Median
$85,235
Difference
-$13,875
Multiplier
0.86x
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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