Nurse Manager Salary Guide: New Jersey

Average Nurse Manager Salary

$45.38/hour

The average salary for a Nurse Manager in New Jersey is $45.38 per hour. This is 11% lower than the US average of $50.56.

Last updated on April 16, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Nurse Manager salaries in New Jersey compared to National Averages

$45.38/hour

New Jersey

11% lower than the US average.

$50.56/hour

United States

What cities in New Jersey pay the most for Nurse Managers?

Only Englewood, New Jersey reports pay data for Nurse Managers, 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 Nurse Managers is $45 per hour — Englewood, New Jersey pays 1% less.

CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Englewood, New Jersey$45$61
How does the pay for Nurse Managers in New Jersey compare to nearby states?

Virginia pays Nurse Managers the most, averaging $58 per hour, followed by Pennsylvania ($52) and Connecticut ($52). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the New Jersey average for Nurse Managers is $45 per hour — Virginia pays 28% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Virginia$58$60
Pennsylvania$52$55
Connecticut$52$54

Last updated on April 16, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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