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Lawyers average salary by city in New Jersey
- Trenton$160,740
- Atlantic City$150,570
- Vineland$124,890
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton | $160,740 | $138,760 | $108,660 | $113,083 | 103 |
| Atlantic City | $150,570 | $133,730 | $94,150 | $106,779 | 99 |
| Vineland | $124,890 | $108,910 | $82,370 | $90,863 | 96 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; New Jersey's employee unemployment, disability and family-leave contributions are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 23-1011.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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