How much does a tailor make in New York?
$60,210a year
Median yearly pay for tailors in New York. That is $28.95 an hour or $5,018 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.95
- Vs. national median
- +45%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 1,160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,470Median: $60,210Highest 10%: $89,980
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,470 | $19.46 | |
| 25th | $47,400 | $22.79 | |
| Median | $60,210 | $28.95 | |
| 75th | $79,450 | $38.20 | |
| 90th | $89,980 | $43.26 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $63,050 |
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $53,570 |
| Albany, NY | $48,580 |
| Buffalo, NY | $48,390 |
| Rochester, NY | $43,720 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for tailors.
| 1. New York | $60,210 |
| 2. District of Columbia | $57,720 |
| 3. Washington | $54,300 |
| 4. Hawaii | $53,680 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tailor make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $28.95 ($60,210 a year).
Do tailors make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $60,210 against $41,640 nationally, 45% more.
Where does New York rank for tailor pay?
New York ranks 1 of 42 states.
Which city in New York pays tailors the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $63,050 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.