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Social and Human Service Assistants Salary in New York
Ranked #15 of 51 · NY
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of social and human service assistantss in New York earn between $35,980 and $64,430. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean social and human service assistants salary in New York is $49,080, about 2.9% above the U.S. average ($47,690). That works out to roughly $24/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in New York
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ithaca, NY | $53,550 | $54,530 | 310 |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $47,860 | $50,850 | 35,540 |
| Elmira, NY | $47,850 | $45,490 | 180 |
| Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY | $47,760 | $50,130 | 1,270 |
| Central East New York nonmetropolitan area | $47,410 | $51,010 | 1,080 |
| Syracuse, NY | $47,330 | $46,430 | 2,390 |
| Kingston, NY | $47,290 | $50,330 | 470 |
| Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area | $46,050 | $47,530 | 890 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do social and human service assistants make in New York?
The median social and human service assistants salary in New York is $47,190 per year (mean $49,080), and about 80% earn between $35,980 and $64,430.
How much do social and human service assistants make per hour in New York?
Roughly $24 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $49,080 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is New York a high-paying state for social and human service assistants?
New York ranks #15 of 51 states for social and human service assistants pay. Its mean salary of $49,080 is about 2.9% above the U.S. average of $47,690.
Which metro areas in New York pay social and human service assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in New York for social and human service assistants are Ithaca, NY ($53,550), New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ ($47,860), Elmira, NY ($47,850), by median annual wage.