New York Median
$117,540
per year
Hourly Rate
$56.51
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+19% vs US median
US median $99,070
State Rank
#6 of 47
370 employed here
How much do Atmospheric and Space Scientists make in New York?
Atmospheric and Space Scientists in New York take home a median of $117,540 annually — roughly $56.51 an hour — which runs 19% above the national median of $99,070.
Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $58,670 while the top 10% make $300,530 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $73,350 and $166,640 a year.
Atmospheric and Space Scientists salary range in New York
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $58,670 | $28.21 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $73,350 | $35.26 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $117,540 | $56.51 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $166,640 | $80.12 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $300,530 | $144.49 |
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How New York compares
New York ranks 6th out of 47 states and territories for Atmospheric and Space Scientists pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Atmospheric and Space Scientists salary in other states
Maryland $128,800California $124,920Hawaii $121,010New Jersey $120,180Idaho $119,430Florida $115,960Arizona $115,020Missouri $114,230Illinois $112,280Oregon $112,260New Mexico $110,070Kansas $109,300Nevada $109,300Montana $108,890Massachusetts $108,050Minnesota $106,270Colorado $104,670District of Columbia $103,860Maine $103,710Indiana $103,680Kentucky $103,240Michigan $103,210Wyoming $99,940Louisiana $97,470Georgia $96,820Utah $96,520Tennessee $96,190Washington $94,400Alaska $94,380North Carolina $91,560North Dakota $91,560Wisconsin $85,870Connecticut $85,110Texas $84,990Virginia $83,880South Carolina $82,240Alabama $81,080West Virginia $80,690South Dakota $78,900Ohio $78,580Iowa $76,850Oklahoma $76,480Pennsylvania $75,890Arkansas $71,940Nebraska $60,540New Hampshire $42,820
Working as Atmospheric and Space Scientists in New York
Nationally, about 10,000 people work as Atmospheric and Space Scientists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($117,540) 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 Atmospheric and Space Scientists make in New York?
The median Atmospheric and Space Scientists salary in New York is $117,540 per year, or about $56.51 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $58,670 at the entry level to $300,530 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Atmospheric and Space Scientists about 19% more than the national median of $99,070. New York ranks 6th out of 47 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Atmospheric and Space Scientists?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $117,540 a year. About 370 Atmospheric and Space Scientists are employed in New York. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
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.