Natural Science Managers Salary in New York (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$134,680
per year
Hourly Rate
$64.75
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-19% vs US median
US median $167,220
State Rank
#19 of 48
5,690 employed here

How much does a Natural Science Managers make in New York?

A Natural Science Managers working in New York earns a median salary of $134,680 per year, or about $64.75 per hour. That is 19% below the national median of $167,220 for this occupation.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $65,440 while the top 10% make $291,780 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $80,480 and $193,690 a year.

Natural Science Managers salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$65,440$31.46
25th percentile (early career)$80,480$38.69
50th percentile (median)$134,680$64.75
75th percentile (experienced)$193,690$93.12
90th percentile (top earners)$291,780$140.28

How New York compares

New York ranks 19th out of 48 states and territories for Natural Science Managers pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Massachusetts$267,290
2Connecticut$210,670
3California$210,230
4New Jersey$207,030
5Washington$182,480

Working as a Natural Science Managers in New York

Nationally, about 109,000 people work as Natural Sciences 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 ($134,680) 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 Natural Science Managers make in New York?
The median Natural Science Managers salary in New York is $134,680 per year, or about $64.75 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $65,440 at the entry level to $291,780 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Natural Sciences Managers about 19% less than the national median of $167,220. New York ranks 19th out of 48 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Natural Sciences Managers?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $134,680 a year. About 5,690 Natural Sciences Managers 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.