How much does a farmworker and laborer make in Albany?
$39,960a year
Median yearly pay for farmworker and laborers in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area. That is $19.21 an hour or $3,330 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.21
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among cities
- 27 of 240
- Jobs in the area
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,990Median: $39,960Highest 10%: $46,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,990 | $15.86 | |
| 25th | $36,050 | $17.33 | |
| Median | $39,960 | $19.21 | |
| 75th | $44,570 | $21.43 | |
| 90th | $46,900 | $22.55 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for farmworker and laborers.
| New York, NY | $43,970 |
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $37,680 |
| Kingston, NY | $36,810 |
| Rochester, NY | $36,800 |
| Buffalo, NY | $35,980 |
| Syracuse, NY | $35,150 |
| Binghamton, NY | $34,730 |
Related jobs in Albany
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a farmworker and laborer make an hour in Albany?
The median hourly pay in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area is $19.21 ($39,960 a year).
Do farmworker and laborers make more in Albany than the national average?
Yes: $39,960 against $35,660 nationally, 12% more.
How does Albany compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $40,930, so Albany pays 2% less.
Where does Albany rank for farmworker and laborer pay?
27 of 240 metro areas with data.
How much does a farmworker and laborer make starting out in Albany?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,990 or less a year; the top 10% make $46,900 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.