Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Jersey | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $173,020 | $146,653 | +18% |
| Median hourly wage | $83.18 | $70.51 | +18% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $159,026.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Sales Manager in New Jersey is $173,020, or about $83.18 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Sales Managers is $146,653. New Jersey is +18% above the national median.
Entry-level sales managers in New Jersey typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 20,090 sales manager jobs on record and a median salary of $173,020, New Jersey offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.