New Jersey Median
$45,190
per year
Hourly Rate
$21.73
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+21% vs US median
US median $37,360
State Rank
#7 of 51
1,020 employed here
How much does a Floral Designer make in New Jersey?
Floral Designers in New Jersey take home a median of $45,190 annually — roughly $21.73 an hour — which runs 21% above the national median of $37,360.
Within New Jersey, entry-level pay starts around $36,640 while the top 10% make $57,070 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $38,390 and $46,550 a year.
Floral Designer salary range in New Jersey
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $36,640 | $17.62 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $38,390 | $18.46 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $45,190 | $21.73 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $46,550 | $22.38 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $57,070 | $27.44 |
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How New Jersey compares
New Jersey ranks 7th out of 51 states and territories for Floral Designer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Floral Designer salary in other states
Alaska $48,130California $47,040Massachusetts $46,460Hawaii $46,170Colorado $45,380New York $45,260Oregon $44,730Vermont $44,720Washington $44,460New Hampshire $43,230District of Columbia $42,950Maryland $41,020Delaware $39,630Nevada $39,600Connecticut $39,220Virginia $37,350Minnesota $37,190North Carolina $37,190Arizona $36,860Idaho $36,830Florida $36,770Rhode Island $36,420Indiana $36,280Tennessee $36,220Utah $35,980Maine $35,930Nebraska $35,930Pennsylvania $35,920Michigan $35,890Illinois $35,880Ohio $35,790Georgia $35,440Iowa $35,340North Dakota $35,290Texas $35,080Wyoming $35,020Wisconsin $35,010Kentucky $34,940Alabama $34,430Missouri $34,210Montana $34,100South Dakota $33,910New Mexico $33,870South Carolina $32,000Kansas $31,190Louisiana $30,000Arkansas $29,910West Virginia $29,860Oklahoma $29,660Mississippi $29,370
Working as a Floral Designer in New Jersey
Nationally, about 41,000 people work as Floral Designers 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 ($45,190) 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 a Floral Designer make in New Jersey?
The median Floral Designer salary in New Jersey is $45,190 per year, or about $21.73 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $36,640 at the entry level to $57,070 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Jersey pay compare to the national average?
New Jersey pays Floral Designers about 21% more than the national median of $37,360. New Jersey ranks 7th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Jersey a good state for Floral Designers?
Yes on pay — New Jersey pays above the national median for this occupation, at $45,190 a year. About 1,020 Floral Designers 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.