Advertising Sales Agent Salary in New Jersey (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Advertising Sales Agents in New Jersey, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New Jersey Median
$69,620
per year
Hourly Rate
$33.47
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+7% vs US median
US median $64,820
State Rank
#8 of 48
2,110 employed here

How much does an Advertising Sales Agent make in New Jersey?

An Advertising Sales Agent working in New Jersey earns a median salary of $69,620 per year, or about $33.47 per hour. That is 7% above the national median of $64,820 for this occupation.

Within New Jersey, entry-level pay starts around $37,760 while the top 10% make $125,890 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $48,930 and $95,020 a year.

Advertising Sales Agent salary range in New Jersey

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$37,760$18.15
25th percentile (early career)$48,930$23.52
50th percentile (median)$69,620$33.47
75th percentile (experienced)$95,020$45.68
90th percentile (top earners)$125,890$60.52

How New Jersey compares

New Jersey ranks 8th out of 48 states and territories for Advertising Sales Agent pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$101,320
2New York$98,360
3Massachusetts$80,500
4California$80,360
5District of Columbia$75,030

Working as an Advertising Sales Agent in New Jersey

Nationally, about 92,000 people work as Advertising Sales Agents in the United States. No college degree is required — most training happens on the job.

Considering a move? Compare New Jersey pay ($69,620) 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 Advertising Sales Agent make in New Jersey?
The median Advertising Sales Agent salary in New Jersey is $69,620 per year, or about $33.47 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $37,760 at the entry level to $125,890 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Jersey pay compare to the national average?
New Jersey pays Advertising Sales Agents about 7% more than the national median of $64,820. New Jersey ranks 8th out of 48 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Jersey a good state for Advertising Sales Agents?
Yes on pay — New Jersey pays above the national median for this occupation, at $69,620 a year. About 2,110 Advertising Sales Agents 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.