How much does a fashion designer make in New Jersey?
$101,600a year
Median yearly pay for fashion designers in New Jersey. That is $48.85 an hour or $8,468 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.85
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 23
- Jobs in the state
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,790Median: $101,600Highest 10%: $132,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,790 | $31.63 | |
| 25th | $80,960 | $38.92 | |
| Median | $101,600 | $48.85 | |
| 75th | $126,500 | $60.83 | |
| 90th | $132,500 | $63.69 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $99,560 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $78,890 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fashion designers.
| 1. Massachusetts | $103,500 |
| 2. New Jersey | $101,600 |
| 3. New Hampshire | $100,200 |
| 4. New York | $98,640 |
| 5. Colorado | $94,140 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fashion designer make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $48.85 ($101,600 a year).
Do fashion designers make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $101,600 against $80,960 nationally, 26% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for fashion designer pay?
New Jersey ranks 2 of 23 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays fashion designers the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $99,560 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.