New Jersey Median
$55,170
per year
Hourly Rate
$26.52
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+12% vs US median
US median $49,100
State Rank
#13 of 51
5,600 employed here
How much do First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers make in New Jersey?
First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers working in New Jersey earn a median salary of $55,170 per year, or about $26.52 per hour. That is 12% above the national median of $49,100 for this occupation.
Within New Jersey, entry-level pay starts around $39,820 while the top 10% make $80,230 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $46,150 and $70,510 a year.
First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers salary range in New Jersey
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
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| 10th percentile (entry level) | $39,820 | $19.14 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $46,150 | $22.19 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $55,170 | $26.52 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $70,510 | $33.90 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $80,230 | $38.57 |
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How New Jersey compares
New Jersey ranks 13th out of 51 states and territories for First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers salary in other states
Washington $63,550Rhode Island $63,520California $61,470New York $60,580Massachusetts $59,760Vermont $59,340Hawaii $59,060Connecticut $57,200Alaska $56,690Oregon $56,210Maine $55,810New Hampshire $55,200Colorado $55,100North Dakota $54,210Minnesota $53,510Utah $52,420Delaware $50,750Indiana $50,570Nevada $50,080Kansas $49,780Maryland $49,550Illinois $49,410Wisconsin $49,070Nebraska $48,870Virginia $48,660Arizona $48,610Idaho $48,390Montana $48,240District of Columbia $47,950Wyoming $47,840North Carolina $47,490Iowa $47,200Pennsylvania $46,920South Dakota $46,860Tennessee $46,800Michigan $46,770Ohio $46,110Georgia $46,070Kentucky $45,860Florida $45,770Missouri $45,660South Carolina $45,320New Mexico $44,840Alabama $44,370Mississippi $42,230Texas $41,660West Virginia $41,450Oklahoma $40,460Louisiana $38,640Arkansas $37,500
Working as First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers in New Jersey
Nationally, about 179,000 people work as First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers in the United States. No college degree is required — most training happens on the job.
Considering a move? Compare New Jersey pay ($55,170) 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 do First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers make in New Jersey?
The median First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers salary in New Jersey is $55,170 per year, or about $26.52 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $39,820 at the entry level to $80,230 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Jersey pay compare to the national average?
New Jersey pays First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers about 12% more than the national median of $49,100. New Jersey ranks 13th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Jersey a good state for First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers?
Yes on pay — New Jersey pays above the national median for this occupation, at $55,170 a year. About 5,600 First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers 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.