Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators Salary in New York (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators in New York, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$70,800
per year
Hourly Rate
$34.04
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-6% vs US median
US median $75,530
State Rank
#11 of 23
1,050 employed here

How much do Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators make in New York?

Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators working in New York earn a median salary of $70,800 per year, or about $34.04 per hour. That is 6% below the national median of $75,530 for this occupation.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $47,830 while the top 10% make $129,520 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $48,450 and $102,170 a year.

Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$47,830$23.00
25th percentile (early career)$48,450$23.29
50th percentile (median)$70,800$34.04
75th percentile (experienced)$102,170$49.12
90th percentile (top earners)$129,520$62.27

How New York compares

New York ranks 11th out of 23 states and territories for Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Illinois$162,410
2District of Columbia$110,300
3New Mexico$110,180
4California$97,680
5Colorado$82,590

Working as Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators in New York

Nationally, about 9,000 people work as Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators in the United States. A doctoral or professional degree (8 or more years of higher education) is required.

Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($70,800) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much do Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators make in New York?
The median Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators salary in New York is $70,800 per year, or about $34.04 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $47,830 at the entry level to $129,520 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators about 6% less than the national median of $75,530. New York ranks 11th out of 23 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $70,800 a year. About 1,050 Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators are employed in New York. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.