How much does a Judge earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Judge in Australia ranges from AUD 197,563 to AUD 256,781 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 260 job listings

Salary Guide

Judge Salary in Australia

Based on 260 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$197,563 - $256,781

Median salary

$197,563 - $256,781

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$111K

25th percentile$138K

Median$198K

75th percentile$257K

90th percentile$295K

50% of professionals earn between $138,344 - $256,781 AUD

The median salary is $197,563

Top cities

Sydney86 job openings

Melbourne59 job openings

Top companies hiring

Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia5

Lawyerly Media3

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Judge

260 job openings

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The average salary for a Judge in Australia is AUD 197,563 - AUD 256,781 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 227,172 per year, based on 260 active job listings.

The cities with the most Judge job opportunities in Australia are Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane. Sydney leads with 86 job openings.

Leading employers for Judge roles in Australia include Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, Lawyerly Media.

Explore 260 Judge job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.