Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers Hourly Pay
As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for administrative law judges, adjudicators, and hearing officers in the United States was $56.67, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $29.38 |
| 25th | $39.01 |
| Median | $56.67 |
| 75th | $76.77 |
| 90th | $99.75 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do administrative law judges, adjudicators, and hearing officers make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $56.67; the mean hourly wage is $60.57.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for administrative law judges, adjudicators, and hearing officers?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $29.38 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for administrative law judges, adjudicators, and hearing officers?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $99.75 per hour.