How much does a tree trimmer and pruner make in New Jersey?
$71,940a year
Median yearly pay for tree trimmer and pruners in New Jersey. That is $34.59 an hour or $5,995 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.59
- Vs. national median
- +41%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 49
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,830Median: $71,940Highest 10%: $80,730
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,830 | $25.40 | |
| 25th | $61,700 | $29.66 | |
| Median | $71,940 | $34.59 | |
| 75th | $80,310 | $38.61 | |
| 90th | $80,730 | $38.81 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $65,130 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $62,940 |
| Trenton, NJ | $49,750 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for tree trimmer and pruners.
| 1. Minnesota | $77,460 |
| 2. Oregon | $75,440 |
| 3. New Jersey | $71,940 |
| 4. Illinois | $64,450 |
| 5. Washington | $63,850 |
| 6. California | $62,550 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tree trimmer and pruner make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $34.59 ($71,940 a year).
Do tree trimmer and pruners make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $71,940 against $50,960 nationally, 41% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for tree trimmer and pruner pay?
New Jersey ranks 3 of 49 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays tree trimmer and pruners the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $65,130 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.