Lawyer Salary in New Jersey
A lawyer in New Jersey earns an estimated $170,000 a year ($81.73 an hour). Most workers fall from $115,600 to $246,500, depending on experience and employer.
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Lawyer pay in New Jersey
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $115,600 | $55.58 |
| Median (estimate) | $170,000 | $81.73 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $246,500 | $118.51 |
| US national median | $151,000 | $72.60 |
The New Jersey estimate is 13% above the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in New Jersey keeps about $119,811 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $4,608.12 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the New Jersey paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lawyer make in New Jersey?
About $170,000 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.