Water Resource Specialists Salary in New Jersey
Water Resource Specialists in New Jersey earn a median of $207,030 a year, +24% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Natural Sciences Managers”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $207,030
- vs. U.S. median
- +24% ($167,220)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 10,040
Pay range in New Jersey
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $136,840; the top 10% earn over $317,420. Nationally the range is $79,710 to $316,850.
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Water Resource Specialists pay in New Jersey
How much do water resource specialists make in New Jersey?
The median is $207,030 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $136,840 and the top 10% earn over $317,420. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Jersey a good state for water resource specialists?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 48 (+24% vs. the national median of $167,220). Living costs are not included.