Home Health Aide Salary Guide: New Jersey

Average Home Health Aide Salary

$17.00/hour

The average salary for a Home Health Aide in New Jersey is $17.00 per hour. This is 27% lower than the US average of $21.53.

Last updated on May 20, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Home Health Aide salaries in New Jersey compared to National Averages

$17.00/hour

New Jersey

27% lower than the US average.

$21.53/hour

United States

What cities in New Jersey pay the most for Home Health Aides?

Elizabeth, New Jersey, Paterson, New Jersey, and Wayne, New Jersey pay Home Health Aides the most, along with 1 other, all averaging $18 per hour. Elizabeth, New Jersey also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $24. For comparison, the New Jersey average for Home Health Aides is $17 per hour — Elizabeth, New Jersey, Paterson, New Jersey, and Wayne, New Jersey pay 8% more.

CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Elizabeth, New Jersey$18$24
Paterson, New Jersey$18$24
Wayne, New Jersey$18$24
Jersey City, New Jersey$18$24

Last updated on May 20, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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