Coroners Salary in New Jersey
Coroners in New Jersey earn a median of $100,000 a year, +24% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Compliance Officers”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $100,000
- vs. U.S. median
- +24% ($80,730)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 13,310
Pay range in New Jersey
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $58,860; the top 10% earn over $158,540. Nationally the range is $48,220 to $133,720.
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Coroners pay in New Jersey
How much do coroners make in New Jersey?
The median is $100,000 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $58,860 and the top 10% earn over $158,540. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Jersey a good state for coroners?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 51 (+24% vs. the national median of $80,730). Living costs are not included.