SOC 43-6014 · New York-Newark, NY-NJ · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive in New York-Newark is $62,506 per year ($30.05/hr). This is 35% higher than the national median of $46,301. The middle 50% earn between $50,993 and $75,142 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $86,599.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $20.51 | $42,654 | +35.0% |
| P25 | $24.52 | $50,993 | +35.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $30.05 | $62,506 | +35.0% |
| P75 | $36.13 | $75,142 | +35.0% |
| P90 | $41.63 | $86,599 | +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 Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive in New York-Newark is approximately $62,506, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 35% higher than the national median of $46,301.
Entry-level Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive (10th percentile) in New York-Newark earn approximately $42,654 per year. The 25th percentile is $50,993. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $86,599.
New York-Newark pays 35% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $46,301 vs $62,506 in New York-Newark. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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