New York Median
$94,070
per year
Hourly Rate
$45.23
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+20% vs US median
US median $78,620
State Rank
#5 of 51
4,480 employed here
How much do Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators make in New York?
Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in New York take home a median of $94,070 annually — roughly $45.23 an hour — which runs 20% above the national median of $78,620.
Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $61,290 while the top 10% make $151,730 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $70,250 and $138,460 a year.
Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators salary range in New York
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $61,290 | $29.47 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $70,250 | $33.77 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $94,070 | $45.23 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $138,460 | $66.57 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $151,730 | $72.95 |
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How New York compares
New York ranks 5th out of 51 states and territories for Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators salary in other states
Illinois $115,780Wyoming $111,920Hawaii $103,400Connecticut $94,870Washington $91,530California $90,650District of Columbia $90,470Alaska $88,330Maryland $85,240Michigan $82,800Colorado $81,310Massachusetts $80,800Nevada $79,110Montana $77,690Delaware $77,630New Jersey $76,560Utah $76,490Minnesota $75,850Ohio $75,470Arizona $75,410New Mexico $74,480Pennsylvania $72,900South Carolina $72,650Missouri $72,620Tennessee $72,470Georgia $70,640Oklahoma $68,450Vermont $68,400South Dakota $68,090Oregon $67,630Indiana $67,560Iowa $67,450Kentucky $66,770North Dakota $66,760New Hampshire $66,180Florida $65,040Nebraska $64,930Kansas $64,490Idaho $64,460Virginia $64,150Texas $63,810Rhode Island $63,330Maine $62,910Wisconsin $61,170North Carolina $60,860Arkansas $58,000Mississippi $53,640Alabama $53,470West Virginia $53,340Louisiana $47,750
Working as Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in New York
Nationally, about 28,000 people work as Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators 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 ($94,070) 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 do Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators make in New York?
The median Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators salary in New York is $94,070 per year, or about $45.23 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $61,290 at the entry level to $151,730 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators about 20% more than the national median of $78,620. New York ranks 5th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $94,070 a year. About 4,480 Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators 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.