Self-Enrichment Teacher Salary in New Jersey (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New Jersey Median
$53,780
per year
Hourly Rate
$25.86
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+15% vs US median
US median $46,800
State Rank
#6 of 51
13,380 employed here

How much does a Self-Enrichment Teacher make in New Jersey?

A Self-Enrichment Teacher working in New Jersey earns a median salary of $53,780 per year, or about $25.86 per hour. That is 15% above the national median of $46,800 for this occupation.

Within New Jersey, entry-level pay starts around $36,370 while the top 10% make $96,680 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $43,640 and $75,750 a year.

Self-Enrichment Teacher salary range in New Jersey

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$36,370$17.49
25th percentile (early career)$43,640$20.98
50th percentile (median)$53,780$25.86
75th percentile (experienced)$75,750$36.42
90th percentile (top earners)$96,680$46.48

How New Jersey compares

New Jersey ranks 6th out of 51 states and territories for Self-Enrichment Teacher pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1District of Columbia$66,430
2New Hampshire$59,880
3New York$57,790
4Connecticut$55,240
5Oregon$53,790

Working as a Self-Enrichment Teacher in New Jersey

Nationally, about 332,000 people work as Self-Enrichment Teachers 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 ($53,780) 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 Self-Enrichment Teacher make in New Jersey?
The median Self-Enrichment Teacher salary in New Jersey is $53,780 per year, or about $25.86 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $36,370 at the entry level to $96,680 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Jersey pay compare to the national average?
New Jersey pays Self-Enrichment Teachers about 15% more than the national median of $46,800. New Jersey ranks 6th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Jersey a good state for Self-Enrichment Teachers?
Yes on pay — New Jersey pays above the national median for this occupation, at $53,780 a year. About 13,380 Self-Enrichment Teachers 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.