Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse Salary Guide: New Jersey
Average Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse Salary
$57.46/hour
The average salary for a Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in New Jersey is $57.46 per hour. This is 20% higher than the US average of $46.20.
Last updated on September 27, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse salaries in New Jersey compared to National Averages
$57.46/hour
New Jersey
20% higher than the US average.
$46.20/hour
United States
What cities in New Jersey pay the most for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses?
Englewood, New Jersey and Wayne, New Jersey pay Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses the most, both averaging $45 per hour. Englewood, New Jersey also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $61. For comparison, the New Jersey average for Registered Nurses is $57 per hour — Englewood, New Jersey and Wayne, New Jersey pay 22% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Englewood, New Jersey | $45 | $61 |
| Wayne, New Jersey | $45 | $61 |
How does the pay for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses in New Jersey compare to nearby states?
Massachusetts pays Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses the most, averaging $72 per hour, followed by Maryland ($54) and Pennsylvania ($50). Massachusetts also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $73. For comparison, the New Jersey average for Registered Nurses is $57 per hour — Massachusetts pays 25% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $72 | $73 |
| Maryland | $54 | $60 |
| Pennsylvania | $50 | $50 |
| New York | $50 | $55 |
| Virginia | $49 | $52 |
| District of Columbia | $42 | $45 |
Last updated on September 27, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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