Word Processors and Typists Salary in Capital/Northern New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $40,200 -16% vs national
Median hourly $19.33
10th percentile $34,140
90th percentile $51,610
Employed locally 440
National median $47,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,140
    25th
    $36,180
    50th (median)
    $40,200
    75th
    $46,370
    90th
    $51,610

    Top-paying metros for Word Processors and Typists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $79,430
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $61,190
    Ann Arbor, MI $58,630
    Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC $58,230
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $57,180
    Colorado $56,700

    Related occupations in Capital/Northern New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive$46,600
    Office Clerks, General$41,350
    Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks$47,210
    Customer Service Representatives$40,910
    First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers$63,900
    Receptionists and Information Clerks$39,150

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Word Processors and Typists make per hour in Capital/Northern New York?

    The median hourly wage for Word Processors and Typists in Capital/Northern New York is $19.33, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.86 or more per hour.

    Is Capital/Northern New York above or below average for Word Processors and Typists salaries?

    The median Word Processors and Typists salary in Capital/Northern New York is 16% below the national median of $47,850. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Word Processors and Typists in Capital/Northern New York?

    Entry-level Word Processors and Typists (10th percentile) earn around $34,140 per year in Capital/Northern New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,180.