Water/Wastewater Engineers Salary in New Jersey
Water/Wastewater Engineers in New Jersey earn a median of $104,660 a year, +4% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Civil Engineers”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $104,660
- vs. U.S. median
- +4% ($100,840)
- Rank among states
- 7 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,900
Pay range in New Jersey
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $74,640; the top 10% earn over $169,220. Nationally the range is $68,240 to $163,220.
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Water/Wastewater Engineers pay in New Jersey
How much do water/wastewater engineers make in New Jersey?
The median is $104,660 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $74,640 and the top 10% earn over $169,220. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Jersey a good state for water/wastewater engineers?
On pay alone it ranks 7 of 51 (+4% vs. the national median of $100,840). Living costs are not included.