Salary Report for New Jersey Marriage and Family Therapists
New Jersey Rankings
Compare New Jersey to U.S.
New Jersey Marriage and Family Therapists earn an average of $81,330 which is 36% more than the national average salary of $59,660.
| Type | New Jersey | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $39.10 | $28.69 | 36.28% |
| Average Annual Salary | $81,330 | $59,660 | 36.32% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In New Jersey, 50% of Marriage and Family Therapists earn between $61,320 and $99,160 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Marriage and Family Therapists earn more than $99,160, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Marriage and Family Therapists.
Approximately 10% of Marriage and Family Therapists earn under $61,320, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Marriage and Family Therapists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 412 | Under $61,320 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 618 | $61,320 – $61,320 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 1,030 | $61,320 – $77,960 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 1,030 | $77,960 – $99,160 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 618 | $77,960 – $99,160 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 412 | Above $99,160 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Marriage and Family Therapists in New Jersey psychologists earn about $73,165 per year which is more than the average U.S. psychologist of $59,660.
Cost-of-living in New Jersey is 11% higher than the national average, which means New Jersey residents have an overall higher cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $81,330, New Jersey Marriage and Family Therapists tend to earn less than Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($143,150), Psychology Teachers ($96,000), Forensic Psychologists ($95,090), and School Psychologists ($88,570).
However, Marriage and Family Therapists tend to earn more than Substance Abuse Counselors ($63,430), Health Care Social Workers ($71,310), and Social Workers ($75,410).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $143,150 |
| Psychology Teachers | $96,000 |
| Forensic Psychologists | $95,090 |
| School Psychologists | $88,570 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $81,330 |
| Social Workers | $75,410 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $71,310 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $63,430 |
Projected Demand for Psychologists in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in New Jersey the three professions needing the most new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (13,020), Social Workers (5,450) and Marriage and Family Therapists (4,840).
The three professions in New Jersey needing highest percentage new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (21.9%), Psychology Teachers (11.3%) and Health Care Social Workers (9.5%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Substance Abuse Counselors | 10,680 | 13,020 | 21.9% | 1,320 |
| Social Workers | 5,010 | 5,450 | 8.8% | 520 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | 5,000 | 4,840 | -3.2% | 440 |
| Health Care Social Workers | 3,480 | 3,810 | 9.5% | 370 |
| Psychology Teachers | 1,600 | 1,780 | 11.3% | 170 |
| Forensic Psychologists | 610 | 600 | -1.6% | 40 |
| Industrial Organizational Psychologists | 350 | 350 | 0% | 20 |
Salaries Ranked by New Jersey Cities
The average salary for Marriage and Family Therapists in New Jersey is $81,330. The top cities that pay Marriage and Family Therapists the most are Trenton ($83,940) and Atlantic City-Hammonton ($78,120).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Marriage and Family Therapists the highest average annual salary are Trenton ($80,867) and Atlantic City-Hammonton ($79,771).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Marriage and Family Therapists in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Marriage and Family Therapists salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton | $83,940 | $80,867 | $-3,073 |
| Atlantic City-Hammonton | $78,120 | $79,771 | $1,651 |
Salary FAQ for New Jersey Marriage and Family Therapists
City and Rural Summaries
Atlantic City-Hammonton
Average Marriage and Family Therapists Salary: $78,120
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $79,771
Hourly Wage: $37.56
Currently Employed: 200
Cost-of-Living Index: 97.93
Atlantic City-Hammonton Salary Report
Trenton
Average Marriage and Family Therapists Salary: $83,940
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $80,867
Hourly Wage: $40
Currently Employed: 320
Cost-of-Living Index: 103.80
Trenton Salary Report
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