How much does a media and communication worker make in New York?
$81,110a year
Median yearly pay for media and communication workers in New York. That is $39.00 an hour or $6,759 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.00
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 770
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,240Median: $81,110Highest 10%: $132,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,240 | $27.52 | |
| 25th | $64,170 | $30.85 | |
| Median | $81,110 | $39.00 | |
| 75th | $132,000 | $63.46 | |
| 90th | $132,400 | $63.66 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $80,770 |
| Albany, NY | $67,220 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for media and communication workers.
| 1. California | $102,600 |
| 2. New York | $81,110 |
| 3. Rhode Island | $72,830 |
| 4. Minnesota | $71,090 |
| 5. Wisconsin | $69,780 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a media and communication worker make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $39.00 ($81,110 a year).
Do media and communication workers make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $81,110 against $73,620 nationally, 10% more.
Where does New York rank for media and communication worker pay?
New York ranks 2 of 35 states.
Which city in New York pays media and communication workers the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $80,770 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.