New Jersey Median
$222,120
per year
Hourly Rate
$106.79
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-11% vs US median
US median $248,560
State Rank
#21 of 24
140 employed here
How much does a Neurologist make in New Jersey?
Neurologists in New Jersey take home a median of $222,120 annually — roughly $106.79 an hour — which runs 11% below the national median of $248,560.
Within New Jersey, entry-level pay starts around $75,470 while the top 10% make $418,360 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $86,200 and $370,970 a year.
Neurologist salary range in New Jersey
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $75,470 | $36.28 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $86,200 | $41.44 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $222,120 | $106.79 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $370,970 | $178.35 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $418,360 | $201.13 |
|
How New Jersey compares
New Jersey ranks 21st out of 24 states and territories for Neurologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Neurologist salary in other states
Vermont $434,730Arizona $409,610Minnesota $381,670Texas $360,640California $357,080Colorado $356,250Alaska $354,760South Carolina $352,680Wisconsin $342,520Kentucky $338,850District of Columbia $332,000Washington $327,140North Carolina $325,550Florida $322,750Connecticut $320,680Arkansas $317,880Maryland $302,840Nebraska $269,270Illinois $237,080Tennessee $229,670Indiana $220,210New York $155,990West Virginia $63,500
Working as a Neurologist in New Jersey
Nationally, about 11,000 people work as Neurologists 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 ($222,120) 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 Neurologist make in New Jersey?
The median Neurologist salary in New Jersey is $222,120 per year, or about $106.79 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $75,470 at the entry level to $418,360 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Jersey pay compare to the national average?
New Jersey pays Neurologists about 11% less than the national median of $248,560. New Jersey ranks 21st out of 24 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Jersey a good state for Neurologists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $222,120 a year. About 140 Neurologists are employed in New Jersey. 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.