New York Salary Data
Salary comparisons across 1 metropolitan area in New York. Prices in New York were 7.9% above the national level in 2024 (BEA regional price parity 107.9).
Metro Areas in New York
| Metro Area | Price Level (US = 100) | vs National Level |
|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | 112.6 | +12.6% |
| New York (statewide) | 107.9 | +7.9% |
Top Paying Occupations in New York
| Occupation | NY Median | National Median | vs National | Metro Covered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $207,860 | $159,670 | +$48,190 | New York, NY |
| Software Developer | $166,180 | $135,980 | +$30,200 | New York, NY |
| Financial Analyst | $127,930 | $102,740 | +$25,190 | New York, NY |
| Registered Nurse | $109,440 | $97,550 | +$11,890 | New York, NY |
| Electrician | $78,750 | $63,190 | +$15,560 | New York, NY |
Salary by City — New York
4Wages and Prices in New York
This dataset covers 1 metropolitan area in New York: New York. BEA's regional price parity for it is 112.6 (United States = 100), and the statewide figure is 107.9.
Of the occupations featured here, Lawyer has the highest statewide median at $207,860; in New York, NY, the one metro area covered here, its median is $208,880.
To compare a wage across areas, divide it by the area's regional price parity and multiply by 100. That restates it at national-average prices; it covers prices only, not taxes. For a specific role, browse all occupations and drill into each one to see side-by-side city differences within New York.
Statewide median salary by occupation in New York
State-level BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates (all metro and non-metro areas combined), highest median first. Each row links to the full state page for that occupation.
| Occupation | Median | 75th pct | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physician | $242,500 | $352,190 | 16,600 |
| Sales Manager | $217,640 | $316,030 | 38,510 |
| Lawyer | $207,860 | $322,120 | 91,870 |
| Marketing Manager | $181,200 | $233,730 | 54,000 |
| HR Manager | $176,650 | $231,380 | 17,920 |
| Investment Banker | $168,340 | $233,800 | 55,630 |
| Financial Advisor | $166,400 | $282,050 | 21,550 |
| Software Developer | $166,180 | $205,540 | 113,510 |
| Actuary | $156,480 | $211,330 | 2,630 |
| Construction Manager | $155,360 | $197,010 | 10,280 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $153,510 | $170,290 | 22,890 |
| Pharmacist | $142,090 | $163,510 | 19,760 |
| Network Engineer | $140,390 | $173,220 | 9,800 |
| Cybersecurity Analyst | $134,660 | $173,920 | 10,060 |
| Operations Manager | $130,860 | $209,110 | 206,740 |
| Data Scientist | $130,460 | $171,580 | 23,970 |
| Machine Learning Engineer | $130,460 | $171,580 | 23,970 |
| Financial Analyst | $127,930 | $174,990 | 52,380 |
| Supply Chain Manager | $127,180 | $163,210 | 6,740 |
| Project Manager | $121,040 | $160,220 | 68,020 |
| UX Designer | $120,990 | $167,590 | 16,560 |
| Cloud Architect | $116,990 | $162,510 | 11,460 |
| Business Analyst | $112,250 | $165,460 | 69,150 |
| Registered Nurse | $109,440 | $129,660 | 205,810 |
| Dental Hygienist | $106,130 | $121,740 | 13,660 |
| Database Administrator | $105,900 | $141,570 | 3,590 |
| DevOps Engineer | $105,810 | $134,390 | 18,220 |
| Civil Engineer | $103,760 | $135,920 | 17,500 |
| Accountant | $102,640 | $134,820 | 109,830 |
| Tax Manager | $102,640 | $134,820 | 109,830 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $102,440 | $129,410 | 8,590 |
| Physical Therapist | $100,660 | $121,270 | 20,940 |
| Radiologic Technologist | $98,470 | $110,950 | 13,450 |
| Technical Writer | $98,310 | $121,500 | 1,610 |
| Occupational Therapist | $96,390 | $114,400 | 11,690 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $85,760 | $126,930 | 101,410 |
| Electrician | $78,750 | $106,420 | 40,130 |
| Plumber | $77,490 | $101,230 | 23,210 |
| HVAC Technician | $74,430 | $88,130 | 24,430 |
| School Counselor | $71,610 | $93,540 | 23,380 |
| Paralegal | $68,410 | $94,200 | 34,220 |
| College Professor | $67,640 | $98,290 | 2,810 |
| Welder | $59,140 | $71,960 | 8,310 |
| Medical Assistant | $48,000 | $55,120 | 40,710 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest paying jobs in New York?
Among the occupations featured on this page, Lawyer has the highest statewide median in New York at $207,860 per year, followed by Software Developer at $166,180. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How do prices in New York compare with the rest of the country?
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis puts the regional price parity for New York at 107.9 for 2024, where the United States is 100. That is 7.9% above the national level. For the metro area covered here: New York, NY 112.6.