How much does a transportation worker make in New Jersey?
$69,220a year
Median yearly pay for transportation workers in New Jersey. That is $33.28 an hour or $5,768 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.28
- Vs. national median
- +52%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,360Median: $69,220Highest 10%: $85,140
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,360 | $17.00 | |
| 25th | $39,200 | $18.85 | |
| Median | $69,220 | $33.28 | |
| 75th | $82,850 | $39.83 | |
| 90th | $85,140 | $40.93 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $55,220 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $28,250 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for transportation workers.
| 1. New Jersey | $69,220 |
| 2. Oklahoma | $65,580 |
| 3. Utah | $65,270 |
| 4. Hawaii | $59,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a transportation worker make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $33.28 ($69,220 a year).
Do transportation workers make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $69,220 against $45,650 nationally, 52% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for transportation worker pay?
New Jersey ranks 1 of 36 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays transportation workers the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $55,220 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.