How much does a hairdresser make in New Jersey?
$36,150a year
Median yearly pay for hairdressers in New Jersey. That is $17.38 an hour or $3,013 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.38
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 15,500
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,220Median: $36,150Highest 10%: $92,090
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,220 | $15.49 | |
| 25th | $33,630 | $16.17 | |
| Median | $36,150 | $17.38 | |
| 75th | $53,580 | $25.76 | |
| 90th | $92,090 | $44.27 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlantic City, NJ | $42,350 |
| Trenton, NJ | $39,990 |
| Allentown, PA | $37,690 |
| Vineland, NJ | $37,680 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $37,320 |
| New York, NY | $36,120 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for hairdressers.
| 17. Maryland | $36,420 |
| 18. Ohio | $36,260 |
| 19. Wisconsin | $36,230 |
| 20. New Jersey | $36,150 |
| 21. New York | $35,760 |
| 22. Iowa | $35,700 |
| 23. Idaho | $35,480 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hairdresser make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $17.38 ($36,150 a year).
Do hairdressers make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $36,150 against $35,790 nationally, 1% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for hairdresser pay?
New Jersey ranks 20 of 50 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays hairdressers the most?
Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ, with a median of $42,350 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.