Self-Enrichment Teacher Salary in New York (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$57,790
per year
Hourly Rate
$27.78
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+23% vs US median
US median $46,800
State Rank
#3 of 51
31,120 employed here

How much does a Self-Enrichment Teacher make in New York?

A Self-Enrichment Teacher working in New York earns a median salary of $57,790 per year, or about $27.78 per hour. That is 23% above the national median of $46,800 for this occupation.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $35,670 while the top 10% make $130,050 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $42,200 and $83,920 a year.

Self-Enrichment Teacher salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$35,670$17.15
25th percentile (early career)$42,200$20.29
50th percentile (median)$57,790$27.78
75th percentile (experienced)$83,920$40.35
90th percentile (top earners)$130,050$62.52

How New York compares

New York ranks 3rd out of 51 states and territories for Self-Enrichment Teacher pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1District of Columbia$66,430
2New Hampshire$59,880
3New York$57,790
4Connecticut$55,240
5Oregon$53,790

Working as a Self-Enrichment Teacher in New York

Nationally, about 332,000 people work as Self-Enrichment Teachers 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 ($57,790) 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 Self-Enrichment Teacher make in New York?
The median Self-Enrichment Teacher salary in New York is $57,790 per year, or about $27.78 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $35,670 at the entry level to $130,050 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Self-Enrichment Teachers about 23% more than the national median of $46,800. New York ranks 3rd out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Self-Enrichment Teachers?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $57,790 a year. About 31,120 Self-Enrichment Teachers 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.