New Jersey Median
$77,080
per year
Hourly Rate
$37.06
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+0% vs US median
US median $76,750
State Rank
#14 of 35
130 employed here
How much does a Historian make in New Jersey?
Historians in New Jersey take home a median of $77,080 annually — roughly $37.06 an hour — which runs 0% above the national median of $76,750.
Within New Jersey, entry-level pay starts around $51,390 while the top 10% make $105,930 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $56,570 and $98,950 a year.
Historian salary range in New Jersey
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $51,390 | $24.71 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $56,570 | $27.20 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $77,080 | $37.06 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $98,950 | $47.57 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $105,930 | $50.93 |
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How New Jersey compares
New Jersey ranks 14th out of 35 states and territories for Historian pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Historian salary in other states
Massachusetts $121,710Maryland $120,580District of Columbia $118,290Minnesota $103,040Virginia $101,920Washington $99,720Oregon $99,560California $97,420Hawaii $92,520Illinois $89,670Louisiana $80,620Nevada $80,140Texas $78,240Florida $74,740North Carolina $73,440Kansas $72,600Alabama $72,490Pennsylvania $71,970Tennessee $71,080Nebraska $70,050New Mexico $66,790Connecticut $66,770Missouri $64,230Georgia $63,840Indiana $63,770Kentucky $63,530New York $62,960Michigan $62,920Ohio $60,350South Carolina $52,120Oklahoma $50,980Mississippi $46,010Wisconsin $45,810Utah $33,840
Working as a Historian in New Jersey
Nationally, about 3,000 people work as Historians in the United States. A master's degree (usually 5 to 6 years of college) is typically required.
Considering a move? Compare New Jersey pay ($77,080) 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 Historian make in New Jersey?
The median Historian salary in New Jersey is $77,080 per year, or about $37.06 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $51,390 at the entry level to $105,930 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Jersey pay compare to the national average?
New Jersey pays Historians about 0% more than the national median of $76,750. New Jersey ranks 14th out of 35 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Jersey a good state for Historians?
Yes on pay — New Jersey pays above the national median for this occupation, at $77,080 a year. About 130 Historians 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.