According to SalaryDr data from 3 verified emergency medicine physicians in New Jersey, the median total compensation for Emergency Medicine in 2026 is $295,200. The 25th percentile is $288,000 and the 75th percentile is $560,000. Base salary: $349,400. Bonuses: $31,667 (8% receive). Satisfaction: 2.7/5. Workload: ~31 hrs/week. Source: https://www.salarydr.com/specialty/emergency-medicine/new-jersey Sample size: 3. Last updated: March 12, 2026.
As of March 12, 2026, an Emergency Medicine physician in New Jersey earns approximately $295,200 per year ($24,600 monthly). Based on an average 31-hour work week, this translates to about $236 per hour. Looking for a broader view? See the Emergency Medicine physician salary overview or compare nearby states below.
From 3 verified physician salary submissions in New Jersey, SalaryDr is seeing total compensation ranging from $288,000 to $560,000, with top performers (90th percentile) earning up to $560,000 annually. Compared to the national median of $295,200, Emergency Medicine physician salaries in New Jersey are in line with the national median.
In New Jersey, the salary progression for emergency medicine physician physicians shows significant growth potential. Entry-level positions start at $295,200, while those with more than 10 years of experience earn a typical salary of $424,000 - a 44% increase.
In New Jersey, the most common work environment is Private Practice (67% of physicians). On average, base salary accounts for 92% of total compensation—about $349,400—with the remaining amount coming from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.
New Jersey offers unique advantages for emergency medicine physician physicians, including competitive local markets and quality of life benefits. The cost of living in New Jersey varies by region within the state.
Local emergency medicine physician physicians report 2.7/5 career satisfaction, with 100% of those surveyed saying they would choose this specialty again.
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Last updated: March 12, 2026
Distribution based on 3 verified physician salary submissions.
Median Salary: $295,200
Average satisfaction rating reported by Emergency Medicine physicians (1-5 scale).
Percentage of Emergency Medicine physicians who would choose this specialty again.
Physicians cite the variety of cases and patient relationships as most rewarding aspects of this specialty.
On-call demands, administrative burden, and work-life balance are cited as the top challenges.
Average Salary
$381,067
Median Salary
$295,200
Salary Range
$288,000 - $560,000
National Average
$381,067
Difference
+0% vs National Average
Sample Size
3 local / 3 national reports
| Practice Type | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| Independent / Contract-Based | $560,000 | 1 submissions |
| Private Practice | $291,600 | 2 submissions |
* Practice types with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.
| Years of Experience | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | $295,200 | 1 submissions |
| 3-5 years | $560,000 | 1 submissions |
| 6-10 years | $288,000 | 1 submissions |
* Experience levels with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.
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| Subspecialty | Average Salary | Sample Size | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toxicology | $467,290 | 10 submissions | Focuses on specialized toxicology procedures and treatments within emergency medicine, providing expert care in this specific area. |
| Trauma | $391,250 | 4 submissions | Provides emergency surgical care for critically injured patients, specializing in acute care surgery and critical care management. Trauma surgeons work in Level I and II trauma centers. |
| Pediatric | $363,230 | 31 submissions | Provides specialized surgical care for infants, children, and adolescents, addressing congenital conditions and childhood diseases. |
* Subspecialties with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.
* Data is aggregated from verified physician submissions.