NJ · BLS OEWS 2024 · SOC 43-4171

Receptionists and Information Clerks Salary in New Jersey

Median Annual Salary $39,060 +5% above national average (national: $37,230)
$41,270Mean Annual
$19Median Hourly
48,710Employed in State

Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile

$39,060
$31,470
10th pct.
$51,140
90th pct.

Full Percentile Breakdown

PercentileAnnual WageHourly Wage
10th percentile (entry-level)$31,470$15.13
25th percentile$35,150$16.90
50th percentile (median)$39,060$18.78
75th percentile$46,030$22.13
90th percentile (top earners)$51,140$24.59
Mean (average)$41,270$19.84

How New Jersey Compares

StateMedian Annualvs. New Jersey
New Jersey (current) $39,060
Alaska $44,380 +14%
District of Columbia $43,900 +12%
Washington $43,760 +12%
California $43,360 +11%
Massachusetts $42,650 +9%
New York $41,570 +6%
Colorado $40,560 +4%
Maine $40,360 +3%

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Related Occupations in New Jersey

OccupationMedian AnnualEmployment
Helpers--Electricians $39,070 2,170
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $39,050 101,720
Pharmacy Technicians $38,890 14,130
Butchers and Meat Cutters $38,870 4,480
Security Guards $38,720 37,970
Waiters and Waitresses $38,720 56,560

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Receptionists and Information Clerks salary in New Jersey?

The mean receptionists and information clerks salary in New Jersey is $41,270 per year. The median (middle) salary is $39,060 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.

What is the starting salary for a Receptionists and Information Clerks in New Jersey?

Entry-level receptionists and information clerkss (10th percentile) in New Jersey typically earn around $31,470 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $35,150 per year.

What is the highest Receptionists and Information Clerks salary in New Jersey?

Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in New Jersey make approximately $51,140 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $46,030 per year.

How does the New Jersey Receptionists and Information Clerks salary compare to the national average?

The median receptionists and information clerks salary in New Jersey is $39,060, which is +5% above national average of $37,230.

Data Source: This data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, May 2024 release. All wages are estimates. Actual salaries may vary based on experience, education, employer, and other factors. bls.gov/oes