Labor Relations Specialists Salary in Southwest New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $101,240 +8.3% vs national
Median hourly $48.67
10th percentile $59,260
90th percentile $162,030
Employed locally 120
National median $93,500

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,260
    25th
    $74,230
    50th (median)
    $101,240
    75th
    $127,500
    90th
    $162,030

    Top-paying metros for Labor Relations Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $145,360
    Vallejo, CA $131,680
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $128,320
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $126,460
    District of Columbia $124,930
    Alaska $124,770

    Related occupations in Southwest New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors$78,520
    Project Management Specialists$104,170
    Human Resources Specialists$67,100
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$64,960
    Compliance Officers$60,420
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents$67,490

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Labor Relations Specialists make per hour in Southwest New York?

    The median hourly wage for Labor Relations Specialists in Southwest New York is $48.67, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $75.90 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest New York above or below average for Labor Relations Specialists salaries?

    The median Labor Relations Specialists salary in Southwest New York is 8.3% above the national median of $93,500. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Labor Relations Specialists in Southwest New York?

    Entry-level Labor Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $59,260 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $74,230.