Construction Manager Salary in New York (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$155,360
per year
Hourly Rate
$74.69
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+35% vs US median
US median $114,990
State Rank
#1 of 51
10,280 employed here

How much does a Construction Manager make in New York?

A Construction Manager working in New York earns a median salary of $155,360 per year, or about $74.69 per hour. That is 35% above the national median of $114,990 for this occupation.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $86,250 while the top 10% make $244,590 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $108,890 and $197,010 a year.

Construction Manager salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$86,250$41.47
25th percentile (early career)$108,890$52.35
50th percentile (median)$155,360$74.69
75th percentile (experienced)$197,010$94.72
90th percentile (top earners)$244,590$117.59

How New York compares

New York ranks 1st out of 51 states and territories for Construction Manager pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1New York$155,360
2Washington$155,070
3Massachusetts$145,010
4Alaska$139,190
5New Jersey$138,230

Working as a Construction Manager in New York

Nationally, about 380,000 people work as Construction Managers 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 ($155,360) 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 Construction Manager make in New York?
The median Construction Manager salary in New York is $155,360 per year, or about $74.69 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $86,250 at the entry level to $244,590 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Construction Managers about 35% more than the national median of $114,990. New York ranks 1st out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Construction Managers?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $155,360 a year. About 10,280 Construction Managers 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.