New Jersey Median
$125,260
per year
Hourly Rate
$60.22
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+65% vs US median
US median $76,040
State Rank
#2 of 24
240 employed here
How much does an Acupuncturist make in New Jersey?
Acupuncturists in New Jersey take home a median of $125,260 annually — roughly $60.22 an hour — which runs 65% above the national median of $76,040.
Within New Jersey, entry-level pay starts around $73,110 while the top 10% make $187,360 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $108,370 and $140,540 a year.
Acupuncturist salary range in New Jersey
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $73,110 | $35.15 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $108,370 | $52.10 |
|
| 50th percentile (median) | $125,260 | $60.22 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $140,540 | $67.57 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $187,360 | $90.08 |
|
How New Jersey compares
New Jersey ranks 2nd out of 24 states and territories for Acupuncturist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Acupuncturist salary in other states
Tennessee $141,430Indiana $120,490Maryland $101,650Massachusetts $93,360Missouri $89,000New York $86,120Arizona $85,300Kentucky $85,130Wisconsin $84,820Washington $83,200Maine $83,040New Hampshire $77,470North Carolina $76,500California $75,530Georgia $73,980Florida $69,990Minnesota $69,690Texas $66,530Michigan $65,490Oregon $64,870Hawaii $64,570Utah $58,620Colorado $56,950
Working as an Acupuncturist in New Jersey
Nationally, about 8,000 people work as Acupuncturists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare New Jersey pay ($125,260) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an Acupuncturist make in New Jersey?
The median Acupuncturist salary in New Jersey is $125,260 per year, or about $60.22 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $73,110 at the entry level to $187,360 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Jersey pay compare to the national average?
New Jersey pays Acupuncturists about 65% more than the national median of $76,040. New Jersey ranks 2nd out of 24 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Jersey a good state for Acupuncturists?
Yes on pay — New Jersey pays above the national median for this occupation, at $125,260 a year. About 240 Acupuncturists are employed in New Jersey. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New Jersey?
The highest-paying occupations in New Jersey include Radiologist ($482,700), Surgeon, All Other ($437,890), Physician, Pathologists ($355,970), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.