Top Paying Jobs in New Jersey
New Jersey has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 553,580 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Radiologists ($482,700), Surgeons, All Other ($437,890), Physicians, Pathologists ($355,970). The cost of living index is 99.34 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $2,067/month.
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State-level averages. Salaries, rent, and cost of living vary significantly between metros. For more accurate data, select a metro area from the list below or browse all metros.
$171K
Avg. median salary
99.34
Cost of living index
$2,067
Median 2BR rent
9,266,949
Population
Highest paying careers in New Jersey
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Physicians, All Other | Healthcare | $285K | $137.02/hr |
| 12 | Athletes and Sports Competitors | Arts & Media | $254K | N/A |
| 13 | Obstetricians and Gynecologists | Healthcare | $229K | $110.03/hr |
| 14 | Commercial Pilots | Transportation | $227K | N/A |
| 15 | Neurologists | Healthcare | $222K | $106.79/hr |
| 16 | Natural Sciences Managers | Management | $207K | $99.54/hr |
| 17 | Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates | Legal | $204K | $98.15/hr |
| 18 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | Management | $203K | $97.82/hr |
| 19 | Dentists, All Other Specialists | Healthcare | $202K | $97.04/hr |
| 20 | Pediatricians, General | Healthcare | $202K | $96.91/hr |
Affordability snapshot: New Jersey
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Cost of living vs. national average-0.7% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$2,067/mo
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