Average Allied Health Professional Salary

$54.72/hour

The average salary for an Allied Health Professional in New Jersey is $54.72 per hour. This is equal to the US average

Last updated on November 13, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Allied Health Professional salaries in New Jersey compared to National Averages

$54.72/hour

New Jersey

This is equal to the US average

$54.62/hour

United States

What cities in New Jersey pay the most for Allied Health Professionals?

Trenton, New Jersey, Hamilton, New Jersey, and Princeton, New Jersey pay Allied Health Professionals the most, all averaging $38 per hour. Trenton, New Jersey also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the New Jersey average for Allied Health Professionals is $55 per hour — Trenton, New Jersey, Hamilton, New Jersey, and Princeton, New Jersey pay 30% less.

CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Trenton, New Jersey$38$100
Hamilton, New Jersey$38$100
Princeton, New Jersey$38$100
Montclair, New Jersey$34$100
What type of Allied Health Professionals make the most money in New Jersey?

RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist earns the most among Practicing specialties in New Jersey, averaging $69 per hour, followed by Mammography Technologist ($49) and Respiratory Therapist ($47). RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the New Jersey average for Allied Health Professionals is $55 per hour — RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist earns 26% more.

SpecialtyAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist$69$100
Mammography Technologist$49$50
Respiratory Therapist$47$48
How does the pay for Allied Health Professionals in New Jersey compare to nearby states?

Connecticut pays Allied Health Professionals the most, averaging $80 per hour, followed by New York ($63) and New Hampshire ($59). Connecticut also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the New Jersey average for Allied Health Professionals is $55 per hour — Connecticut pays 47% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Connecticut$80$100
New York$63$85
New Hampshire$59$80
Delaware$53$89
Pennsylvania$53$100
Massachusetts$46$58
District of Columbia$37$100
Rhode Island$33$100
Maryland$30$100
Vermont$28$100
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Allied Health Professional jobs in New Jersey?

Perm Staff Jobs pays Allied Health Professionals the most, averaging $46 per hour, followed by Medical Solutions Direct Hire ($45). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $56. For comparison, the New Jersey average for Allied Health Professionals is $55 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 15% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Perm Staff Jobs$46$56
Medical Solutions Direct Hire$45$51

Last updated on November 13, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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