Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Salary in New Jersey: $26,119 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across New Jersey's 61 metropolitan areas, the average median medical billing and coding specialist pay sits at $26,119/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2072. Because New Jersey sits at BEA RPP 115.2 (15% above the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $22,673 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Jersey City ($36,099), Newark ($35,543), Atlantic City ($35,206).
In New Jersey, the average median salary for medical billing and coding specialists in 2026 is projected to be $26,119, which is significantly below the national median of $30,349, indicating a gap of 13.9%. The highest salaries in the state can be found in Jersey City, where specialists can earn $36,936, while the lowest paying city, Summit, shows a stark contrast with a salary of just $18,897. This $18,039 difference can be attributed to various factors, including cost of living, demand for healthcare services, and the concentration of healthcare facilities in urban areas. New Jersey's state regulations also influence the profession, with specific licensing requirements and scope of practice laws shaping job responsibilities. This is further compounded by an increasing demand for healthcare services, which is expected to drive job growth in the field at a rate of 2.32% from 2025 statistics. When reviewing major cities, Newark follows Jersey City with a projected salary of $36,368, and Atlantic City, Princeton, and Trenton also show competitive figures ranging from $34,770 to $36,023. Overall, despite the lower average salary compared to the national level, New Jersey continues to present opportunities for growth within medical billing and coding.
New Jersey Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Salary Range
Overall salary range in New Jersey: $13,809 (lowest entry-level) to $57,275 (highest top earner)
New Jersey vs National Average
New Jersey medical billing and coding specialists earn 13.94% less than the national median ($-4,230/year difference).
New Jersey Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Salary Distribution (2026)
Medical Billing and Coding Specialist salaries in New Jersey range from $17,565 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $40,009 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $26,119. The New Jersey median is $4,230 below the US national median of $30,349. The average hourly rate is $12.56/hr. Approximately 1,153 medical billing and coding specialists are employed across 61 cities.
2021 BLS Actual
$61,160
2025 BLS Actual
$25,527
2026 Current Est.
$26,119
2021–2027 Growth
+-56.3%
Salary Trajectory for Medical Billing and Coding Specialists in New Jersey (2021–2027)
2021–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 2.32% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $61,160 | Actual |
| 2022 | $64,939 | Actual |
| 2023 | $56,568 | Actual |
| 2024 | $64,164 | Actual |
| 2025 | $25,527 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $26,119 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $26,725 | Projected |
Based on 5 years of BLS OEWS data for the New Jersey metropolitan area, the median medical billing and coding specialist salary grew -58.3% from $61,160 (2021) to $25,527 (2025). At a 2.32% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $26,725 by 2027 — a total increase of $-34,435 (-56.30%) from 2021.
Note: Historical values (2021–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the New Jersey metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 2.32% CAGR derived from 5-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in New Jersey
Lowest Paying Cities in New Jersey
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Summit | $18,897 |
| Rahway | $19,182 |
| Evesham | $19,268 |
| Egg Harbor | $19,296 |
| Mount Laurel | $19,343 |
Best Value Cities for Medical Billing and Coding Specialists in New Jersey
When adjusted for local cost of living, these New Jersey cities offer the most purchasing power for medical billing and coding specialists.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City | $36,023 | 98.857 | $36,440 |
| Trenton | $34,770 | 103.18 | $33,698 |
| Jersey City | $36,936 | 115.2 | $32,063 |
| Vineland | $30,610 | 95.968 | $31,896 |
| Newark | $36,368 | 115.2 | $31,569 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in New Jersey
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $17,565 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $26,119 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $40,009 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across New Jersey metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 61 Cities in New Jersey
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Written by Amina Patel, CPC
Career Analyst
Amina has 10 years of experience in medical billing. She specializes in outpatient coding for multi-specialty practices.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 2.32% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 medical billing and coding specialist compensation across New Jersey. State averages are employment-weighted across 61 metro areas — larger metro areas with more medical billing and coding specialistscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 5-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.32%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for medical billing and coding specialists (SOC 29-2072).
Compiled and verified by Amina Patel, CPC, a licensed medical billing and coding specialist with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov