Statistical Assistant Salary in New York (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$46,520
per year
Hourly Rate
$22.37
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-8% vs US median
US median $50,330
State Rank
#21 of 25
state estimate

How much does a Statistical Assistant make in New York?

A Statistical Assistant working in New York earns a median salary of $46,520 per year, or about $22.37 per hour. That is 8% below the national median of $50,330 for this occupation.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $32,240 while the top 10% make $95,280 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $35,990 and $61,810 a year.

Statistical Assistant salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$32,240$15.50
25th percentile (early career)$35,990$17.30
50th percentile (median)$46,520$22.37
75th percentile (experienced)$61,810$29.72
90th percentile (top earners)$95,280$45.81

How New York compares

New York ranks 21st out of 25 states and territories for Statistical Assistant pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1California$82,580
2Connecticut$76,140
3Massachusetts$70,470
4New Jersey$69,480
5Washington$63,660

Working as a Statistical Assistant in New York

Nationally, about 5,000 people work as Statistical Assistants 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 ($46,520) 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 Statistical Assistant make in New York?
The median Statistical Assistant salary in New York is $46,520 per year, or about $22.37 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $32,240 at the entry level to $95,280 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Statistical Assistants about 8% less than the national median of $50,330. New York ranks 21st out of 25 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Statistical Assistants?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $46,520 a year. 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.