Gas Plant Operators Salary in New Jersey
Gas Plant Operators in New Jersey earn a median of $110,900 a year, +26% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $110,900
- vs. U.S. median
- +26% ($87,820)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range in New Jersey
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $87,020; the top 10% earn over $128,230. Nationally the range is $61,350 to $115,520.
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Gas Plant Operators pay in New Jersey
How much do gas plant operators make in New Jersey?
The median is $110,900 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $87,020 and the top 10% earn over $128,230. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Jersey a good state for gas plant operators?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 43 (+26% vs. the national median of $87,820). Living costs are not included.