Nurse Anesthetist Salary in New Jersey (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New Jersey Median
$291,350
per year
Hourly Rate
$140.07
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+23% vs US median
US median $236,590
State Rank
#5 of 44
state estimate

How much does a Nurse Anesthetist make in New Jersey?

A Nurse Anesthetist working in New Jersey earns a median salary of $291,350 per year, or about $140.07 per hour. That is 23% above the national median of $236,590 for this occupation.

Within New Jersey, entry-level pay starts around $229,130 while the top 10% make $370,880 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $238,580 and $311,830 a year.

Nurse Anesthetist salary range in New Jersey

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$229,130$110.16
25th percentile (early career)$238,580$114.70
50th percentile (median)$291,350$140.07
75th percentile (experienced)$311,830$149.92
90th percentile (top earners)$370,880$178.31

How New Jersey compares

New Jersey ranks 5th out of 44 states and territories for Nurse Anesthetist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Alaska$341,210
2New York$321,030
3Massachusetts$295,550
4California$292,410
5New Jersey$291,350

Working as a Nurse Anesthetist in New Jersey

Nationally, about 52,000 people work as Nurse Anesthetists 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 ($291,350) 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 Nurse Anesthetist make in New Jersey?
The median Nurse Anesthetist salary in New Jersey is $291,350 per year, or about $140.07 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $229,130 at the entry level to $370,880 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Jersey pay compare to the national average?
New Jersey pays Nurse Anesthetists about 23% more than the national median of $236,590. New Jersey ranks 5th out of 44 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Jersey a good state for Nurse Anesthetists?
Yes on pay — New Jersey pays above the national median for this occupation, at $291,350 a year. 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.