Data vintage · May 2025 · Ranked by median annual wage
Lowest-paying jobs in Capital/Northern New York
371 occupations with published wages, ranked
The lowest published median wage in Capital/Northern New York belongs to Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers, at $33,270 per year. The highest is $440,580.
The 10 lowest-paying occupations
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $33,270 | 40 | |
| 2 | Dishwashers | $33,540 | 430 | |
| 3 | Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists | $33,820 | 140 | |
| 4 | Fast Food and Counter Workers | $33,900 | 2,700 | |
| 5 | Motor Vehicle Operators, All Other | $34,170 | 60 | |
| 6 | Food Preparation Workers | $34,280 | 670 | |
| 7 | Library Technicians | $34,310 | 140 | |
| 8 | Childcare Workers | $34,330 | 580 | |
| 9 | School Bus Monitors | $34,350 | 270 | |
| 10 | Cooks, Fast Food | $34,380 | 250 |
At the other end of the scale
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Rankings cover only occupations for which a median wage was published; occupations the survey suppressed do not appear. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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