How much does a helper make in New York?
$54,480a year
Median yearly pay for helpers in New York. That is $26.19 an hour or $4,540 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.19
- Vs. national median
- +28%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 1,190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,470Median: $54,480Highest 10%: $103,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,470 | $18.98 | |
| 25th | $46,970 | $22.58 | |
| Median | $54,480 | $26.19 | |
| 75th | $80,540 | $38.72 | |
| 90th | $103,800 | $49.92 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $58,580 |
| Rochester, NY | $50,030 |
| Syracuse, NY | $47,010 |
| Albany, NY | $44,680 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for helpers.
| 1. Washington | $61,750 |
| 2. New York | $54,480 |
| 3. Missouri | $51,630 |
| 4. Illinois | $49,880 |
| 5. California | $48,430 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a helper make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $26.19 ($54,480 a year).
Do helpers make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $54,480 against $42,670 nationally, 28% more.
Where does New York rank for helper pay?
New York ranks 2 of 40 states.
Which city in New York pays helpers the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $58,580 a year.
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.