How much does an entertainer and performer make in New Jersey?
$39,060a year
Median yearly pay for entertainer and performers in New Jersey. That is $18.78 an hour or $3,255 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.78
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 29
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for entertainer and performers.
| 14. Illinois | $40,960 |
| 15. Kentucky | $39,960 |
| 16. California | $39,150 |
| 17. New Jersey | $39,060 |
| 18. Montana | $38,880 |
| 19. Minnesota | $38,560 |
| 20. Ohio | $37,380 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an entertainer and performer make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $18.78 ($39,060 a year).
Do entertainer and performers make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $39,060 against $39,150 nationally, 0% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for entertainer and performer pay?
New Jersey ranks 17 of 29 states.
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.