Assistant Risk Manager Salary in New Jersey

How much does an Assistant Risk Manager make in New Jersey?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Risk Manager in New Jersey is $119,379 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.

However, an Assistant Risk Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $137,396
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $109,414 to $128,810
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $100,342
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Assistant Risk Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $128,810 $10,734 $2,477 $62
Average $119,379 $9,948 $2,296 $57
25th Percentile $109,414 $9,118 $2,104 $53
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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Risk Manager Salaries

An Assistant Risk Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Risk Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Risk Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $133,517
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $169,734
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $120,070
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $142,283
  • Expert (over 8 years): $165,477
Levels Salary
Risk Anal... Level Assistant Risk Manager$133,517
Risk Anal... Level Assistant Risk Manager$169,734
Assistant... Level Assistant Risk Manager$120,070
Risk Mana... Level Assistant Risk Manager$142,283
Senior Ri... Level Assistant Risk Manager$165,477
$133,517 0 yr
$169,734 < 2 yrs
$120,070 2-4 yrs
$142,283 5-8 yrs
$165,477 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Assistant Risk Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Maywood: $125,077
  • Teterboro: $125,126
  • Alpine: $125,076

Assistant Risk Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Risk Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Risk Manager positions in Transportation or Software & Networking typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Risk Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Risk Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$143,254$69.020%
Business Services$143,254$69.020%
Construction$143,254$69.020%
Energy & Utilities$143,254$69.020%
Healthcare$143,254$69.020%

Assistant Risk Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Risk Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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    Wayne, NJ

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    Perth Amboy, NJ

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    Camden, NJ

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    Madison, NJ

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    Phillipsburg, NJ

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