Bailiff Salary in New York (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$77,540
per year
Hourly Rate
$37.28
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+37% vs US median
US median $56,600
State Rank
#5 of 44
3,830 employed here

How much does a Bailiff make in New York?

Bailiffs in New York take home a median of $77,540 annually — roughly $37.28 an hour — which runs 37% above the national median of $56,600.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $56,400 while the top 10% make $96,770 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $59,320 and $95,540 a year.

Bailiff salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$56,400$27.12
25th percentile (early career)$59,320$28.52
50th percentile (median)$77,540$37.28
75th percentile (experienced)$95,540$45.93
90th percentile (top earners)$96,770$46.52

How New York compares

New York ranks 5th out of 44 states and territories for Bailiff pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Connecticut$111,890
2Alaska$90,600
3Massachusetts$86,730
4Washington$78,290
5New York$77,540

Working as a Bailiff in New York

Nationally, about 17,000 people work as Bailiffs in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($77,540) 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 does a Bailiff make in New York?
The median Bailiff salary in New York is $77,540 per year, or about $37.28 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $56,400 at the entry level to $96,770 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Bailiffs about 37% more than the national median of $56,600. New York ranks 5th out of 44 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Bailiffs?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $77,540 a year. About 3,830 Bailiffs 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.