SOC 43-5052 · New York-Newark, NY-NJ · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Postal Service Mail Carriers in New York-Newark is $77,613 per year ($37.31/hr). This is 35% higher than the national median of $57,491. The middle 50% earn between $62,141 and $101,650 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $103,784.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $27.51 | $57,227 | +35.0% |
| P25 | $29.88 | $62,141 | +35.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $37.31 | $77,613 | +35.0% |
| P75 | $48.87 | $101,650 | +35.0% |
| P90 | $49.90 | $103,784 | +35.0% |
The overall labor market contracted slightly in February: 5.0M separations vs 4.8M hires. Hiring rate hit 3.1%, the lowest since April 2020. The "Great Stay" persists with quits at 1.9% for 8 consecutive months.
The median (P50) annual salary for Postal Service Mail Carriers in New York-Newark is approximately $77,613, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 35% higher than the national median of $57,491.
Entry-level Postal Service Mail Carriers (10th percentile) in New York-Newark earn approximately $57,227 per year. The 25th percentile is $62,141. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $103,784.
New York-Newark pays 35% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $57,491 vs $77,613 in New York-Newark. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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