Lawyers Salary in New Jersey

Median Salary

$161,430

per year

Hourly Rate

$77.61

per hour

Employment

23,160

in New Jersey

vs. National Avg

+1.1%

National: $159,670

📊 Compared to the national median of $159,670, New Jersey pays 1.1% MORE for Lawyers positions.

Purchasing Power

$148,373

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

108.8

9% above national avg

Rent/Income

13%

Affordable

Salary Distribution in New Jersey

10th

$93,810

25th

$116,060

Median

$161,430

75th

$220,100

90th

$328,270

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).