New York Median
$77,790
per year
Hourly Rate
$37.40
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+14% vs US median
US median $68,270
State Rank
#6 of 27
state estimate
How much does a Taper make in New York?
Tapers in New York take home a median of $77,790 annually — roughly $37.40 an hour — which runs 14% above the national median of $68,270.
Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $52,900 while the top 10% make $108,660 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $66,820 and $101,030 a year.
Taper salary range in New York
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $52,900 | $25.43 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $66,820 | $32.13 |
|
| 50th percentile (median) | $77,790 | $37.40 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $101,030 | $48.57 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $108,660 | $52.24 |
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How New York compares
New York ranks 6th out of 27 states and territories for Taper pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Taper salary in other states
Illinois $113,180Hawaii $95,490Pennsylvania $82,240Washington $79,040Minnesota $78,090Kansas $74,120Ohio $73,840California $73,460Oregon $71,450Iowa $66,980Massachusetts $65,060Michigan $63,630Connecticut $63,600Missouri $63,020Nevada $60,690Wisconsin $57,840Idaho $57,690Arizona $56,300Colorado $54,500Utah $52,930Florida $49,400New Mexico $48,320North Carolina $45,770Texas $43,670Indiana $42,810West Virginia $41,600
Working as a Taper in New York
Nationally, about 13,000 people work as Tapers 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 ($77,790) 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 Taper make in New York?
The median Taper salary in New York is $77,790 per year, or about $37.40 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $52,900 at the entry level to $108,660 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Tapers about 14% more than the national median of $68,270. New York ranks 6th out of 27 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Tapers?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $77,790 a year. 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.