May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Ithaca
Ithaca, NY
239 occupations
Across 239 occupations with published wages in Ithaca, general internal medicine physicians record the highest median at $370,320 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Ithaca
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Retail Salespersons | 1,170 | $35,510 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | 1,140 | $159,720 |
| Registered Nurses | 940 | $100,320 |
| Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive | 900 | $47,990 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 870 | $34,800 |
| Office Clerks, General | 860 | $37,380 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 840 | $38,060 |
| Cashiers | 810 | $35,470 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 780 | $39,220 |
| General and Operations Managers | 770 | $103,220 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $34,430 | 70 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $34,690 | 70 |
| Recreation Workers | $34,770 | 170 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $34,800 | 870 |
| Dishwashers | $35,170 | 210 |
| Cashiers | $35,470 | 810 |
| Retail Salespersons | $35,510 | 1,170 |
| Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment | $35,690 | 170 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $35,700 | 320 |
| Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers | $35,960 | 40 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. 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.