New Jersey, NJ · 2026
Registered Nurses Salary in New Jersey (2026)
Average across 2 cities · Based on BLS data · Updated 2026
State Average
$128,803
per year
State Median
$123,888
per year
vs National Average
+27%
national avg: $101,420
25th %ile
$102,019
Entry
Average
$128,803
State avg
75th %ile
$142,684
Senior
Registered Nurses Salary by City in New Jersey
| City | Avg Salary | vs State Avg | YoY Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jersey City, NJ | $130,628 | +1% | +3.6% |
| Newark, NJ | $126,977 | -1% | +3.6% |
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