Legislators Salary in New York
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 9 metro areas • New York
Legislators in New York earn a median salary of $85,628 per year on average across 9 metro and nonmetro areas, +91.1% vs the national median of $44,810. An estimated 1,330 legislators are employed across New York, with salaries ranging from $33,080 to $173,280 depending on location.
$85,628
Avg median salary in New York
$173,280
Highest paying metro
$33,080
Lowest paying metro
1,330
Employed in New York
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Legislators salaries by city in New York
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utica, NY | $173,280 | $53,080 | $224,450 | 30 |
| Albany, NY | $141,990 | $109,920 | $141,990 | 370 |
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $97,980 | $52,660 | $134,200 | 50 |
| New York, NY-NJ | $81,240 | $43,900 | $113,630 | 520 |
| Southwest New York | $77,720 | $44,720 | $78,570 | 70 |
| Central East New York | $62,740 | $39,360 | $151,020 | 90 |
| Buffalo, NY | $54,790 | $41,580 | $94,750 | 60 |
| Capital/Northern New York | $47,830 | $39,340 | $151,110 | 90 |
| Kingston, NY | $33,080 | $33,080 | $53,870 | 50 |