Real Estate Sales Agent Salary in New Jersey (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Real Estate Sales Agents in New Jersey, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New Jersey Median
$99,990
per year
Hourly Rate
$48.07
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+89% vs US median
US median $52,830
State Rank
#3 of 48
state estimate

How much does a Real Estate Sales Agent make in New Jersey?

A Real Estate Sales Agent working in New Jersey earns a median salary of $99,990 per year, or about $48.07 per hour. That is 89% above the national median of $52,830 for this occupation.

Within New Jersey, entry-level pay starts around $47,130 while the top 10% make $124,990 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $63,000 and $111,990 a year.

Real Estate Sales Agent salary range in New Jersey

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$47,130$22.66
25th percentile (early career)$63,000$30.29
50th percentile (median)$99,990$48.07
75th percentile (experienced)$111,990$53.84
90th percentile (top earners)$124,990$60.09

How New Jersey compares

New Jersey ranks 3rd out of 48 states and territories for Real Estate Sales Agent pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1District of Columbia$123,770
2New York$102,990
3New Jersey$99,990
4Alaska$89,170
5Nevada$79,990

Working as a Real Estate Sales Agent in New Jersey

Nationally, about 193,000 people work as Real Estate Sales Agents in the United States. No college degree is required — most training happens on the job.

Considering a move? Compare New Jersey pay ($99,990) 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 Real Estate Sales Agent make in New Jersey?
The median Real Estate Sales Agent salary in New Jersey is $99,990 per year, or about $48.07 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $47,130 at the entry level to $124,990 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Jersey pay compare to the national average?
New Jersey pays Real Estate Sales Agents about 89% more than the national median of $52,830. New Jersey ranks 3rd out of 48 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Jersey a good state for Real Estate Sales Agents?
Yes on pay — New Jersey pays above the national median for this occupation, at $99,990 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.