Maintenance and Repair Workers Salary in New Jersey
Maintenance and Repair Workers in New Jersey earn a median of $54,810 a year, +11% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $54,810
- vs. U.S. median
- +11% ($49,590)
- Rank among states
- 13 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 37,350
Pay range in New Jersey
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,500; the top 10% earn over $81,190. Nationally the range is $35,350 to $77,180.
States ranked near New Jersey
Similar jobs in New Jersey
- Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines$78,180 median in New Jersey
- Rail Car Repairers$78,750 median in New Jersey
- Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers$60,750 median in New Jersey
- Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers$41,230 median in New Jersey
- Elevator and Escalator Installers and Repairers$137,920 median in New Jersey
- Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door$96,510 median in New Jersey
Maintenance and Repair Workers pay in New Jersey
How much do maintenance and repair workers make in New Jersey?
The median is $54,810 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,500 and the top 10% earn over $81,190. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Jersey a good state for maintenance and repair workers?
On pay alone it ranks 13 of 51 (+11% vs. the national median of $49,590). Living costs are not included.