Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations in New Jersey
2024 Salary & Job Market Data
Quick Snapshot
| Metric | New Jersey | National | Insight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Salary | $85,380 | $78,980 | +8.1% vs US |
| State Rank | #8 of 54 states | Top 10 state | |
| Employment | 42,850 jobs | 1,446,770 jobs | 3.0% of US jobs |
| Job Concentration (LQ) | — | 1.00 | Average |
Full Salary Distribution in New Jersey
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile | $49,480 | $23.79 |
| 25th Percentile | $63,270 | $30.42 |
| Median | $85,380 | $41.05 |
| 75th Percentile | $119,990 | $57.69 |
| 90th Percentile | $160,010 | $76.93 |
