Helpers--Roofers Salary in New Jersey (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New Jersey Median
$42,670
per year
Hourly Rate
$20.51
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-3% vs US median
US median $44,160
State Rank
#11 of 26
state estimate

How much do Helpers--Roofers make in New Jersey?

Helpers--Roofers working in New Jersey earn a median salary of $42,670 per year, or about $20.51 per hour. That is 3% below the national median of $44,160 for this occupation.

Within New Jersey, entry-level pay starts around $36,270 while the top 10% make $52,000 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $39,840 and $47,330 a year.

Helpers--Roofers salary range in New Jersey

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$36,270$17.44
25th percentile (early career)$39,840$19.15
50th percentile (median)$42,670$20.51
75th percentile (experienced)$47,330$22.75
90th percentile (top earners)$52,000$25.00

How New Jersey compares

New Jersey ranks 11th out of 26 states and territories for Helpers--Roofers pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Utah$72,860
2Colorado$55,860
3California$55,470
4Georgia$47,610
5Ohio$46,600

Working as Helpers--Roofers in New Jersey

Nationally, about 6,000 people work as Helpers--Roofers 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 ($42,670) 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 Helpers--Roofers make in New Jersey?
The median Helpers--Roofers salary in New Jersey is $42,670 per year, or about $20.51 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $36,270 at the entry level to $52,000 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Jersey pay compare to the national average?
New Jersey pays Helpers--Roofers about 3% less than the national median of $44,160. New Jersey ranks 11th out of 26 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Jersey a good state for Helpers--Roofers?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $42,670 a year. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
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.