Data vintage · May 2025 · Ranked by median annual wage
Highest-paying jobs in New Jersey
736 occupations with published wages, ranked
The highest median wage in New Jersey belongs to Radiologists, at $482,700 per year. The lowest published median is $32,220.
The 25 highest-paying occupations
At the other end of the scale
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Cooks, Fast Food | $32,220 | 3,440 |
| Gambling Dealers | $33,000 | 3,030 |
| Shampooers | $33,180 | 690 |
| Metal Workers and Plastic Workers, All Other | $33,790 | — |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $34,050 | 9,420 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $34,150 | 93,730 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $34,170 | 16,490 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $34,430 | 2,230 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $34,500 | 14,060 |
| Cashiers | $34,590 | 107,680 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Rankings cover only occupations for which a median wage was published; occupations the survey suppressed do not appear. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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