Registered Nurses Salary in New Jersey
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • New Jersey
Registered Nurses in New Jersey earn a median salary of $98,887 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +5.6% vs the national median of $93,600. An estimated 10,490 registered nurses are employed across New Jersey, with salaries ranging from $97,640 to $99,680 depending on location.
$98,887
Avg median salary in New Jersey
$99,680
Highest paying metro
$97,640
Lowest paying metro
10,490
Employed in New Jersey
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Registered Nurses salaries by city in New Jersey
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City, NJ | $99,680 | $85,220 | $108,140 | 3,500 |
| Vineland, NJ | $99,340 | $86,800 | $105,720 | 1,660 |
| Trenton, NJ | $97,640 | $92,110 | $116,140 | 5,330 |