SOC 43-6012 · New York-Newark, NY-NJ · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants in New York-Newark is $73,092 per year ($35.14/hr). This is 35% higher than the national median of $54,142. The middle 50% earn between $57,676 and $97,325 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $118,357.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $23.06 | $47,961 | +35.0% |
| P25 | $27.73 | $57,676 | +35.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $35.14 | $73,092 | +35.0% |
| P75 | $46.79 | $97,325 | +35.0% |
| P90 | $56.90 | $118,357 | +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 Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants in New York-Newark is approximately $73,092, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 35% higher than the national median of $54,142.
Entry-level Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants (10th percentile) in New York-Newark earn approximately $47,961 per year. The 25th percentile is $57,676. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $118,357.
New York-Newark pays 35% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $54,142 vs $73,092 in New York-Newark. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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