Exercise Physiologist Salary in New Jersey (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New Jersey Median
$64,680
per year
Hourly Rate
$31.10
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+9% vs US median
US median $59,460
State Rank
#5 of 42
130 employed here

How much does an Exercise Physiologist make in New Jersey?

An Exercise Physiologist working in New Jersey earns a median salary of $64,680 per year, or about $31.10 per hour. That is 9% above the national median of $59,460 for this occupation.

Within New Jersey, entry-level pay starts around $55,620 while the top 10% make $79,290 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $60,990 and $74,050 a year.

Exercise Physiologist salary range in New Jersey

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$55,620$26.74
25th percentile (early career)$60,990$29.32
50th percentile (median)$64,680$31.10
75th percentile (experienced)$74,050$35.60
90th percentile (top earners)$79,290$38.12

How New Jersey compares

New Jersey ranks 5th out of 42 states and territories for Exercise Physiologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$81,310
2Oregon$71,630
3Minnesota$67,230
4Massachusetts$65,950
5New Jersey$64,680

Working as an Exercise Physiologist in New Jersey

Nationally, about 9,000 people work as Exercise Physiologists 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 ($64,680) 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 Exercise Physiologist make in New Jersey?
The median Exercise Physiologist salary in New Jersey is $64,680 per year, or about $31.10 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $55,620 at the entry level to $79,290 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Jersey pay compare to the national average?
New Jersey pays Exercise Physiologists about 9% more than the national median of $59,460. New Jersey ranks 5th out of 42 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Jersey a good state for Exercise Physiologists?
Yes on pay — New Jersey pays above the national median for this occupation, at $64,680 a year. About 130 Exercise Physiologists 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.