Economists Salary in New Jersey
Economists in New Jersey earn a median of $167,550 a year, +34% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $167,550
- vs. U.S. median
- +34% ($124,720)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range in New Jersey
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $83,990; the top 10% earn over $195,190. Nationally the range is $67,360 to $238,060.
States ranked near New Jersey
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- Survey Researchers$95,580 median in New Jersey
- Actuaries$142,800 median in New Jersey
- Statisticians$118,280 median in New Jersey
Economists pay in New Jersey
How much do economists make in New Jersey?
The median is $167,550 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $83,990 and the top 10% earn over $195,190. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Jersey a good state for economists?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 40 (+34% vs. the national median of $124,720). Living costs are not included.