How much does a sewer make in New York?
$37,380a year
Median yearly pay for sewers in New York. That is $17.97 an hour or $3,115 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.97
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 17
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,510Median: $37,380Highest 10%: $45,690
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,510 | $17.55 | |
| 25th | $36,510 | $17.55 | |
| Median | $37,380 | $17.97 | |
| 75th | $39,420 | $18.95 | |
| 90th | $45,690 | $21.97 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $37,380 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for sewers.
| 7. Massachusetts | $38,680 |
| 8. Florida | $38,480 |
| 9. Georgia | $38,210 |
| 10. New York | $37,380 |
| 11. North Carolina | $36,550 |
| 12. Illinois | $36,480 |
| 13. New Jersey | $36,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sewer make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $17.97 ($37,380 a year).
Do sewers make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $37,380 against $36,480 nationally, 2% more.
Where does New York rank for sewer pay?
New York ranks 10 of 17 states.
Which city in New York pays sewers the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $37,380 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.