New York Median
$155,990
per year
Hourly Rate
$75.00
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-37% vs US median
US median $248,560
State Rank
#23 of 24
2,810 employed here
How much does a Neurologist make in New York?
Neurologists in New York take home a median of $155,990 annually — roughly $75.00 an hour — which runs 37% below the national median of $248,560.
Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $101,060 while the top 10% make $377,570 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $155,990 and $223,320 a year.
Neurologist salary range in New York
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $101,060 | $48.59 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $155,990 | $75.00 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $155,990 | $75.00 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $223,320 | $107.37 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $377,570 | $181.52 |
|
How New York compares
New York ranks 23rd out of 24 states and territories for Neurologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Neurologist salary in other states
Vermont $434,730Arizona $409,610Minnesota $381,670Texas $360,640California $357,080Colorado $356,250Alaska $354,760South Carolina $352,680Wisconsin $342,520Kentucky $338,850District of Columbia $332,000Washington $327,140North Carolina $325,550Florida $322,750Connecticut $320,680Arkansas $317,880Maryland $302,840Nebraska $269,270Illinois $237,080Tennessee $229,670New Jersey $222,120Indiana $220,210West Virginia $63,500
Working as a Neurologist in New York
Nationally, about 11,000 people work as Neurologists 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 ($155,990) 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 Neurologist make in New York?
The median Neurologist salary in New York is $155,990 per year, or about $75.00 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $101,060 at the entry level to $377,570 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Neurologists about 37% less than the national median of $248,560. New York ranks 23rd out of 24 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Neurologists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $155,990 a year. About 2,810 Neurologists 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.
← See the national Neurologist salary report
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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.