How much does a gas plant operator make in New Jersey?
$110,900a year
Median yearly pay for gas plant operators in New Jersey. That is $53.32 an hour or $9,242 a month.
- Hourly
- $53.32
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $87,020Median: $110,900Highest 10%: $128,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $87,020 | $41.84 | |
| 25th | $104,400 | $50.20 | |
| Median | $110,900 | $53.32 | |
| 75th | $123,800 | $59.50 | |
| 90th | $128,200 | $61.65 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $118,900 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $89,430 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for gas plant operators.
| 1. California | $130,200 |
| 2. New Jersey | $110,900 |
| 3. Oregon | $109,800 |
| 4. Connecticut | $109,100 |
| 5. Louisiana | $108,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a gas plant operator make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $53.32 ($110,900 a year).
Do gas plant operators make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $110,900 against $87,820 nationally, 26% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for gas plant operator pay?
New Jersey ranks 2 of 43 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays gas plant operators the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $118,900 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.