Pump Operators Salary in New Jersey
Pump Operators in New Jersey earn a median of $64,990 a year, +5% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $64,990
- vs. U.S. median
- +5% ($61,770)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 310
Pay range in New Jersey
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $61,030; the top 10% earn over $95,450. Nationally the range is $39,420 to $91,820.
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Pump Operators pay in New Jersey
How much do pump operators make in New Jersey?
The median is $64,990 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $61,030 and the top 10% earn over $95,450. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Jersey a good state for pump operators?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 37 (+5% vs. the national median of $61,770). Living costs are not included.