Education and Childcare Administrators Salary in New Jersey
Also called: Childcare Center Directors
Education and Childcare Administrators in New Jersey earn a median of $78,770 a year, +33% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $78,770
- vs. U.S. median
- +33% ($59,300)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,900
Pay range in New Jersey
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,710; the top 10% earn over $144,870. Nationally the range is $38,580 to $98,240.
States ranked near New Jersey
Similar jobs in New Jersey
- Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary$137,440 median in New Jersey
- Education Administrators, Postsecondary$131,570 median in New Jersey
- Fitness and Wellness Coordinators$77,350 median in New Jersey (broader BLS group)
- Social and Community Service Managers$95,290 median in New Jersey
- Human Resources Managers$172,440 median in New Jersey
- Instructional Coordinators$96,090 median in New Jersey
Education and Childcare Administrators pay in New Jersey
How much do education and childcare administrators make in New Jersey?
The median is $78,770 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,710 and the top 10% earn over $144,870. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Jersey a good state for education and childcare administrators?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 50 (+33% vs. the national median of $59,300). Living costs are not included.