How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make in New Jersey?
$50,260a year
Median yearly pay for secretary and administrative assistants in New Jersey. That is $24.16 an hour or $4,188 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.16
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 65,960
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,150Median: $50,260Highest 10%: $72,180
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,150 | $17.38 | |
| 25th | $43,200 | $20.77 | |
| Median | $50,260 | $24.16 | |
| 75th | $61,370 | $29.50 | |
| 90th | $72,180 | $34.70 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Trenton, NJ | $54,050 |
| New York, NY | $51,440 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $48,850 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $47,220 |
| Vineland, NJ | $47,210 |
| Allentown, PA | $47,080 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for secretary and administrative assistants.
| 7. Oregon | $51,740 |
| 8. Minnesota | $51,400 |
| 9. Hawaii | $50,830 |
| 10. New Jersey | $50,260 |
| 11. Maine | $49,820 |
| 12. New York | $49,600 |
| 13. Vermont | $48,920 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $24.16 ($50,260 a year).
Do secretary and administrative assistants make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $50,260 against $47,540 nationally, 6% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for secretary and administrative assistant pay?
New Jersey ranks 10 of 51 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays secretary and administrative assistants the most?
Trenton-Princeton, NJ, with a median of $54,050 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.