Data vintage · May 2025 · Ranked by median annual wage
Lowest-paying jobs in Ithaca
239 occupations with published wages, ranked
The lowest published median wage in Ithaca belongs to Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers, at $34,430 per year. The highest is $370,320.
The 10 lowest-paying occupations
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $34,430 | 70 | |
| 2 | Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $34,690 | 70 | |
| 3 | Recreation Workers | $34,770 | 170 | |
| 4 | Fast Food and Counter Workers | $34,800 | 870 | |
| 5 | Dishwashers | $35,170 | 210 | |
| 6 | Cashiers | $35,470 | 810 | |
| 7 | Retail Salespersons | $35,510 | 1,170 | |
| 8 | Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment | $35,690 | 170 | |
| 9 | Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $35,700 | 320 | |
| 10 | Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers | $35,960 | 40 |
At the other end of the scale
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| General Internal Medicine Physicians | $370,320 | 120 |
| Psychiatrists | $280,210 | 40 |
| Family Medicine Physicians | $268,170 | 40 |
| Cardiologists | $239,200 | 60 |
| Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric | $239,200 | 40 |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $168,410 | 190 |
| Marketing Managers | $167,480 | 70 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $166,530 | 50 |
| Human Resources Managers | $164,420 | 50 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $159,720 | 1,140 |
| Sales Managers | $156,140 | 70 |
| Financial Managers | $152,410 | 210 |
| Pharmacists | $151,780 | 40 |
| Industrial Production Managers | $146,500 | 30 |
| Physician Assistants | $138,920 | 230 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $136,980 | 270 |
| Lawyers | $135,610 | 130 |
| Education Administrators, Postsecondary | $132,470 | 230 |
| Veterinarians | $131,870 | 60 |
| Personal Financial Advisors | $130,940 | 40 |
| Public Relations Managers | $128,400 | 30 |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $128,050 | — |
| Fundraising Managers | $127,610 | 50 |
| Administrative Services Managers | $127,610 | 90 |
| Web and Digital Interface Designers | $125,810 | 40 |
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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