Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Jersey | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $78,240 | $68,972 | +13% |
| Median hourly wage | $37.62 | $33.16 | +13% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $71,912.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Plumber in New Jersey is $78,240, or about $37.62 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Plumbers is $68,972. New Jersey is +13% above the national median.
Entry-level plumbers in New Jersey typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 8,750 plumber jobs on record and a median salary of $78,240, New Jersey offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.