Average Cosmetologist Salary in New Jersey

Personal Care · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Cosmetologist in New Jersey earns $39,400 per year, which is above the national average of $37,050. This translates to approximately $18.94 per hour, $1,515 biweekly, or $3,283 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in New Jersey is 21% above the national average, which explains the higher salary levels needed to maintain purchasing power.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$29,600	$14.23
Average (50th)	$39,400	$18.94
Experienced (75th)	$45,300	$21.78
Top Earners (90th)	$51,200	$24.62

Cosmetologist Salary by City in New Jersey

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Newark	$42,600	$3,550/mo
Jersey City	$40,200	$3,350/mo
Trenton	$38,600	$3,217/mo
Edison	$37,400	$3,117/mo
Princeton	$36,600	$3,050/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Personal Care
Typical Education	Postsecondary nondegree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	8% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	1.4%-10.75% (7 brackets)
State Minimum Wage	$15.13/hr
Cost of Living Index	1.21 (+21% vs national avg)

Top Employers in New Jersey

Major employers hiring Cosmetologists in New Jersey include Johnson & Johnson, Prudential, Merck, Campbell Soup, and BD (Becton Dickinson). These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for personal care professionals.

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