How much does a career/technical education teacher make in New Jersey?
$68,280a year
Median yearly pay for career/technical education teachers in New Jersey. That is $32.83 an hour or $5,690 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.83
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 34
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $56,160Median: $68,280Highest 10%: $94,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $56,160 | $27.00 | |
| 25th | $59,290 | $28.50 | |
| Median | $68,280 | $32.83 | |
| 75th | $68,280 | $32.83 | |
| 90th | $94,700 | $45.53 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $98,950 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $78,040 |
| Allentown, PA | $76,340 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for career/technical education teachers.
| 11. Pennsylvania | $77,980 |
| 12. Wisconsin | $76,860 |
| 13. Georgia | $73,020 |
| 14. New Jersey | $68,280 |
| 15. Virginia | $67,460 |
| 16. Colorado | $66,310 |
| 17. Iowa | $63,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a career/technical education teacher make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $32.83 ($68,280 a year).
Do career/technical education teachers make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $68,280 against $65,030 nationally, 5% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for career/technical education teacher pay?
New Jersey ranks 14 of 34 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays career/technical education teachers the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $98,950 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.