SOC 43-6013 · New York-Newark, NY-NJ · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants in New York-Newark is $60,260 per year ($28.97/hr). This is 35% higher than the national median of $44,637. The middle 50% earn between $51,134 and $67,111 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $81,067.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $22.75 | $47,315 | +35.0% |
| P25 | $24.58 | $51,134 | +35.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $28.97 | $60,260 | +35.0% |
| P75 | $32.27 | $67,111 | +35.0% |
| P90 | $38.97 | $81,067 | +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 Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants in New York-Newark is approximately $60,260, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 35% higher than the national median of $44,637.
Entry-level Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants (10th percentile) in New York-Newark earn approximately $47,315 per year. The 25th percentile is $51,134. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $81,067.
New York-Newark pays 35% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $44,637 vs $60,260 in New York-Newark. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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