Average Cybersecurity Analyst Salary in New Jersey

Technology · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Cybersecurity Analyst in New Jersey earns $127,900 per year, which is above the national average of $120,360. This translates to approximately $61.49 per hour, $4,919 biweekly, or $10,658 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)	$95,900	$46.11
Average (50th)	$127,900	$61.49
Experienced (75th)	$147,100	$70.71
Top Earners (90th)	$166,300	$79.95

Cybersecurity Analyst Salary by City in New Jersey

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Newark	$138,100	$11,508/mo
Jersey City	$130,500	$10,875/mo
Trenton	$125,300	$10,442/mo
Edison	$121,500	$10,125/mo
Princeton	$118,900	$9,908/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Technology
Typical Education	Bachelor's degree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	32% (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 Cybersecurity Analysts 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 technology professionals.

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