Economists Salary in New York
Ranked #2 of 40 · NY
18.6% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $168,580 ≈ $81/hr
Median annual salary $136,660
Employment 910
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $82,130P25 $104,420 Median $136,660P75 $224,990P90 $292,850
About 80% of economistss in New York earn between $82,130 and $292,850. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean economists salary in New York is $168,580, about 18.6% above the U.S. average ($142,130). That works out to roughly $81/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in New York
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $176,090 | $184,860 | 850 |
| Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY | $99,200 | $101,340 | 90 |