Gambling Manager Salary in New Jersey (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New Jersey Median
$101,470
per year
Hourly Rate
$48.78
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+9% vs US median
US median $93,220
State Rank
#6 of 27
130 employed here

How much does a Gambling Manager make in New Jersey?

Gambling Managers in New Jersey take home a median of $101,470 annually — roughly $48.78 an hour — which runs 9% above the national median of $93,220.

Within New Jersey, entry-level pay starts around $78,430 while the top 10% make $168,960 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $83,230 and $124,930 a year.

Gambling Manager salary range in New Jersey

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$78,430$37.71
25th percentile (early career)$83,230$40.01
50th percentile (median)$101,470$48.78
75th percentile (experienced)$124,930$60.06
90th percentile (top earners)$168,960$81.23

How New Jersey compares

New Jersey ranks 6th out of 27 states and territories for Gambling Manager pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Texas$106,670
2Washington$106,450
3Kentucky$105,340
4New York$102,350
5Michigan$101,860

Working as a Gambling Manager in New Jersey

Nationally, about 5,000 people work as Gambling Managers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare New Jersey pay ($101,470) 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 Gambling Manager make in New Jersey?
The median Gambling Manager salary in New Jersey is $101,470 per year, or about $48.78 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $78,430 at the entry level to $168,960 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Jersey pay compare to the national average?
New Jersey pays Gambling Managers about 9% more than the national median of $93,220. New Jersey ranks 6th out of 27 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Jersey a good state for Gambling Managers?
Yes on pay — New Jersey pays above the national median for this occupation, at $101,470 a year. About 130 Gambling Managers 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.