Quick Summary: Federal courts pay $50/day rising to $60/day after 10 days, plus IRS mileage at $0.67/mile. Complete federal jury duty compensation guide for 2025.
Federal Jury Duty Pay Rate 2025
The United States District Courts pay jurors under 28 U.S.C. § 1871. The current rates are: $50.00 per day for days 1 through 10 of service, and $60.00 per day for days 11 and beyond. This applies to both petit (trial) juries and grand juries in all 94 federal district courts nationwide.
Federal Mileage Reimbursement
Federal courts reimburse jurors for travel at the current IRS mileage rate, which is $0.67 per mile in 2024 (pending 2025 update). This applies to the distance from your home to the courthouse by the most direct route. Round trips are reimbursed fully.
Parking and Other Expenses
Federal courts may also provide: daily parking reimbursement (varies by courthouse location), toll reimbursement, and lodging allowance for jurors who live far from the courthouse or must stay overnight. These are determined case-by-case by the clerk's office.
Federal Pay vs State Pay
The federal rate of $50/day is at or above average compared to state courts. Federal courts are more consistent nationally — state rates range from $6 to $50/day. If you are summoned to a US District Court (as opposed to a state court), you will receive federal compensation regardless of your state's rate.
How to Receive Federal Jury Pay
Federal courts typically issue jury pay at the end of each week of service. You submit attendance records to the clerk's office. Payment is usually issued by check or direct deposit. Keep all records for tax purposes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Federal courts pay $50 per day for the first 10 days of service, and $60 per day for days 11 and beyond. Mileage is reimbursed at the IRS rate ($0.67/mile in 2024).
Federal pay ($50/day) equals the highest state court rates and exceeds most. State rates range from $6/day (Missouri) to $50/day (Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Massachusetts, North Dakota).
Federal trial jury service typically lasts the duration of the trial, which can range from 1 day to several months. Federal grand jury service can last up to 18 months, meeting 1–2 days per week.
Yes, federal courts generally reimburse parking expenses. The specific amount varies by courthouse. Check with the clerk's office at your assigned federal courthouse.
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