May 2025 · State · BLS OEWS
Salaries in New Jersey
New Jersey
736 occupations
Across 736 occupations with published wages in New Jersey, radiologists record the highest median at $482,700 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in New Jersey
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Radiologists | $482,700 | — | |
| 2 | Surgeons, All Other | $437,890 | 680 | |
| 3 | Physicians, Pathologists | $355,970 | 230 | |
| 4 | Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric | $341,430 | 420 | |
| 5 | Emergency Medicine Physicians | $315,340 | 500 | |
| 6 | Chief Executives | $310,440 | 2,430 | |
| 7 | Family Medicine Physicians | $292,170 | 3,050 | |
| 8 | Nurse Anesthetists | $291,350 | — | |
| 9 | Pediatric Surgeons | $288,930 | — | |
| 10 | Cardiologists | $286,540 | — | |
| 11 | Physicians, All Other | $285,010 | 9,730 | |
| 12 | Athletes and Sports Competitors | $253,870 | 390 | |
| 13 | Obstetricians and Gynecologists | $228,870 | 740 | |
| 14 | Commercial Pilots | $226,710 | 670 | |
| 15 | Neurologists | $222,120 | 140 | |
| 16 | Natural Sciences Managers | $207,030 | 10,040 | |
| 17 | Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates | $204,160 | 920 | |
| 18 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $203,460 | 34,470 | |
| 19 | Dentists, All Other Specialists | $201,840 | 290 | |
| 20 | Pediatricians, General | $201,560 | 1,280 | |
| 21 | Financial Managers | $199,110 | 32,510 | |
| 22 | Psychiatrists | $194,070 | 1,290 | |
| 23 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $180,640 | 4,540 | |
| 24 | Marketing Managers | $180,040 | 13,510 | |
| 25 | Public Relations Managers | $174,980 | 2,420 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 117,080 | $37,090 |
| Cashiers | 107,680 | $34,590 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 97,230 | $39,540 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 93,730 | $34,150 |
| Registered Nurses | 92,680 | $106,500 |
| Retail Salespersons | 72,530 | $36,520 |
| Packers and Packagers, Hand | 71,260 | $43,840 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 67,660 | $37,630 |
| Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive | 65,960 | $50,260 |
| Office Clerks, General | 65,130 | $48,570 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| 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 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. 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.