Curators Salary in New Jersey
Curators in New Jersey earn a median of $77,800 a year, +23% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $77,800
- vs. U.S. median
- +23% ($63,420)
- Rank among states
- 6 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range in New Jersey
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,870; the top 10% earn over $114,880. Nationally the range is $40,470 to $107,140.
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Curators pay in New Jersey
How much do curators make in New Jersey?
The median is $77,800 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,870 and the top 10% earn over $114,880. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Jersey a good state for curators?
On pay alone it ranks 6 of 49 (+23% vs. the national median of $63,420). Living costs are not included.