How much does a lifeguard make in Atlantic City?
$38,130a year
Median yearly pay for lifeguards in the Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ metro area. That is $18.33 an hour or $3,178 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.33
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among cities
- 19 of 263
- Jobs in the area
- 290
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,220Median: $38,130Highest 10%: $42,280
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,220 | $15.49 | |
| 25th | $34,460 | $16.57 | |
| Median | $38,130 | $18.33 | |
| 75th | $38,130 | $18.33 | |
| 90th | $42,280 | $20.33 |
Other cities in New Jersey
Median yearly pay for lifeguards.
| New York, NY | $36,600 |
| Trenton, NJ | $33,920 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $32,220 |
| Allentown, PA | $30,610 |
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Salaries for every job in Atlantic City, NJFrequently asked questions
How much does a lifeguard make an hour in Atlantic City?
The median hourly pay in the Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ metro area is $18.33 ($38,130 a year).
Do lifeguards make more in Atlantic City than the national average?
Yes: $38,130 against $33,580 nationally, 14% more.
How does Atlantic City compare with the rest of New Jersey?
The median in New Jersey is $34,760, so Atlantic City pays 10% more.
Where does Atlantic City rank for lifeguard pay?
19 of 263 metro areas with data.
How much does a lifeguard make starting out in Atlantic City?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,220 or less a year; the top 10% make $42,280 or more.
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.