Watch and Clock Repairers Salary in New York (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Watch and Clock Repairers in New York, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$95,060
per year
Hourly Rate
$45.70
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+41% vs US median
US median $67,230
State Rank
#2 of 8
state estimate

How much do Watch and Clock Repairers make in New York?

Watch and Clock Repairers in New York take home a median of $95,060 annually — roughly $45.70 an hour — which runs 41% above the national median of $67,230.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $81,020 while the top 10% make $95,080 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $83,740 and $95,060 a year.

Watch and Clock Repairers salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$81,020$38.95
25th percentile (early career)$83,740$40.26
50th percentile (median)$95,060$45.70
75th percentile (experienced)$95,060$45.70
90th percentile (top earners)$95,080$45.71

How New York compares

New York ranks 2nd out of 8 states and territories for Watch and Clock Repairers pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1California$110,050
2New York$95,060
3Florida$81,850
4Virginia$80,410
5Maryland$62,440

Working as Watch and Clock Repairers in New York

Nationally, about 1,000 people work as Watch and Clock Repairers 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 ($95,060) 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 Watch and Clock Repairers make in New York?
The median Watch and Clock Repairers salary in New York is $95,060 per year, or about $45.70 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $81,020 at the entry level to $95,080 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Watch and Clock Repairers about 41% more than the national median of $67,230. New York ranks 2nd out of 8 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Watch and Clock Repairers?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $95,060 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.