SOC 43-6014 · New York · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive in New York is $56,487 per year ($27.16/hr). This is 22% higher than the national median of $46,301. The middle 50% earn between $46,083 and $67,906 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $78,260.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $18.53 | $38,546 | +22.0% |
| P25 | $22.16 | $46,083 | +22.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $27.16 | $56,487 | +22.0% |
| P75 | $32.65 | $67,906 | +22.0% |
| P90 | $37.62 | $78,260 | +22.0% |
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 Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive in New York is approximately $56,487, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 22% higher than the national median of $46,301.
Entry-level Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive (10th percentile) in New York earn approximately $38,546 per year. The 25th percentile is $46,083. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $78,260.
New York pays 22% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $46,301 vs $56,487 in New York. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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