Nurse Practitioner Salary in New Jersey: $155,296 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across New Jersey's 61 metropolitan areas, the average median nurse practitioner pay sits at $155,296/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-1171. Because New Jersey sits at BEA RPP 115.2 (15% above the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $134,806 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Jersey City ($166,143), Newark ($163,582), Princeton ($156,684).
In New Jersey, the projected average median salary for nurse practitioners in 2026 is $155,296, which is 13.5% higher than the national median of $136,864. The salary range across the state varies significantly, with Jersey City offering the highest salary at $171,875, while Camden presents the lowest at $137,029, indicating a salary gap of $34,846. This difference is influenced by factors such as cost of living, demand for healthcare services, and the concentration of healthcare facilities in urban areas versus suburban and rural locations. New Jersey has specific licensing requirements and scope of practice laws that may affect a nurse practitioner's role, potentially impacting their earning potential. The demand for nurse practitioners is driven by an increasing need for healthcare services, especially in urban metro areas, contributing to a projected annual growth rate of 3.45% for the profession. With a total of 1,833 nurse practitioners employed in the state, cities like Newark ($169,226), Princeton ($162,090), and East Orange ($159,844) follow closely behind Jersey City. The job market for nurse practitioners in New Jersey remains strong, with continued growth anticipated, making it a favorable landscape for current and aspiring professionals in the field.
New Jersey Nurse Practitioner Salary Range
Overall salary range in New Jersey: $105,707 (lowest entry-level) to $239,530 (highest top earner)
New Jersey vs National Average
New Jersey nurse practitioners earn 13.47% more than the national median (+$18,432/year difference).
New Jersey Nurse Practitioner Salary Distribution (2026)
Nurse Practitioner salaries in New Jersey range from $120,721 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $192,391 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $155,296. The New Jersey median is $18,432 above the US national median of $136,864. The average hourly rate is $74.66/hr. Approximately 1,833 nurse practitioners are employed across 61 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$121,521
2025 BLS Actual
$150,117
2026 Current Est.
$155,296
2019–2027 Growth
+32.2%
Salary Trajectory for Nurse Practitioners in New Jersey (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 3.45% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $121,521 | Actual |
| 2020 | $124,495 | Actual |
| 2021 | $129,534 | Actual |
| 2022 | $131,325 | Actual |
| 2023 | $133,367 | Actual |
| 2024 | $152,028 | Actual |
| 2025 | $150,117 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $155,296 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $160,654 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the New Jersey metropolitan area, the median nurse practitioner salary grew 23.5% from $121,521 (2019) to $150,117 (2025). At a 3.45% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $160,654 by 2027 — a total increase of $39,133 (32.20%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the New Jersey metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 3.45% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in New Jersey
Lowest Paying Cities in New Jersey
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Camden | $137,029 |
| Summit | $146,933 |
| Atlantic City | $148,275 |
| Rahway | $149,151 |
| Evesham | $149,812 |
Best Value Cities for Nurse Practitioners in New Jersey
When adjusted for local cost of living, these New Jersey cities offer the most purchasing power for nurse practitioners.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vineland | $154,378 | 95.968 | $160,864 |
| Trenton | $158,930 | 103.18 | $154,032 |
| Atlantic City | $148,275 | 98.857 | $149,989 |
| Jersey City | $171,875 | 115.2 | $149,197 |
| Newark | $169,226 | 115.2 | $146,898 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in New Jersey
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $120,721 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $155,296 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $192,391 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across New Jersey metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 61 Cities in New Jersey
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jersey City | $171,875 |
| 2 | Newark | $169,226 |
| 3 | Princeton | $162,090 |
| 4 | East Orange | $159,844 |
| 5 | Franklin | $159,844 |
| 6 | Woodbridge | $159,799 |
| 7 | Parsippany-Troy Hills | $159,570 |
| 8 | Union | $159,169 |
| 9 | Elizabeth | $159,111 |
| 10 | Trenton | $158,930 |
| 11 | Brick | $158,782 |
| 12 | Gloucester Township | $158,333 |
| 13 | New Brunswick | $158,270 |
| 14 | Howell | $157,746 |
| 15 | Paterson | $157,556 |
| 16 | Plainfield | $157,371 |
| 17 | Irvington | $157,134 |
| 18 | West New York | $156,896 |
| 19 | Piscataway | $156,785 |
| 20 | Jackson | $156,697 |
| 21 | Lakewood | $156,436 |
| 22 | West Orange | $156,346 |
| 23 | Montclair | $156,113 |
| 24 | Washington Township | $155,868 |
| 25 | Old Bridge | $155,810 |
| 26 | Edison | $155,569 |
| 27 | Union City | $155,499 |
| 28 | Toms River | $155,448 |
| 29 | Bridgewater | $155,269 |
| 30 | Middletown | $155,224 |
| 31 | Clifton | $154,749 |
| 32 | South Brunswick | $154,474 |
| 33 | Berkeley | $154,461 |
| 34 | Perth Amboy | $154,437 |
| 35 | Wayne | $154,387 |
| 36 | Vineland | $154,378 |
| 37 | Linden | $154,364 |
| 38 | Passaic | $154,325 |
| 39 | East Brunswick | $154,266 |
| 40 | Bloomfield | $153,938 |
| 41 | Long Branch | $153,837 |
| 42 | Westfield | $153,409 |
| 43 | Hamilton | $153,251 |
| 44 | Sayreville | $153,201 |
| 45 | Cherry Hill | $153,175 |
| 46 | North Bergen | $152,901 |
| 47 | Hoboken | $152,764 |
| 48 | Kearny | $152,528 |
| 49 | Manalapan | $152,393 |
| 50 | Bayonne | $152,239 |
| 51 | Manchester | $151,891 |
| 52 | Moorestown | $151,297 |
| 53 | Hackensack | $151,293 |
| 54 | Marlboro | $150,509 |
| 55 | Mount Laurel | $150,400 |
| 56 | Egg Harbor | $150,033 |
| 57 | Evesham | $149,812 |
| 58 | Rahway | $149,151 |
| 59 | Atlantic City | $148,275 |
| 60 | Summit | $146,933 |
| 61 | Camden | $137,029 |
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Written by Maria Gonzalez, MSN, NP-C
Career Analyst
Maria has 10 years of experience in adult healthcare. She works in a community health clinic. Her specialty is chronic disease management.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 3.45% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 nurse practitioner compensation across New Jersey. State averages are employment-weighted across 61 metro areas — larger metro areas with more nurse practitionerscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.45%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for nurse practitioners (SOC 29-1171).
Compiled and verified by Maria Gonzalez, MSN, NP-C, a licensed nurse practitioner with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov