Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Jersey | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $138,230 | $115,089 | +20% |
| Median hourly wage | $66.46 | $55.33 | +20% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $127,050.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Construction Manager in New Jersey is $138,230, or about $66.46 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Construction Managers is $115,089. New Jersey is +20% above the national median.
Entry-level construction managers in New Jersey typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 6,910 construction manager jobs on record and a median salary of $138,230, New Jersey offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.