May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Southwest New York
Southwest New York nonmetropolitan area
429 occupations
Across 429 occupations with published wages in Southwest New York, obstetricians and gynecologists record the highest median at $338,320 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Southwest New York
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Obstetricians and Gynecologists | $338,320 | 30 | |
| 2 | Family Medicine Physicians | $243,820 | 70 | |
| 3 | Physicians, All Other | $233,700 | 140 | |
| 4 | General Internal Medicine Physicians | $209,080 | 60 | |
| 5 | Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates | $178,420 | 110 | |
| 6 | Dentists, General | $177,880 | 150 | |
| 7 | Chief Executives | $176,740 | 240 | |
| 8 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $170,710 | 400 | |
| 9 | Marketing Managers | $167,640 | 260 | |
| 10 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $167,490 | 190 | |
| 11 | Human Resources Managers | $156,850 | 150 | |
| 12 | Sales Managers | $152,600 | 280 | |
| 13 | Pharmacists | $136,520 | 250 | |
| 14 | Optometrists | $135,600 | 80 | |
| 15 | Financial Managers | $135,290 | 500 | |
| 16 | Fundraising Managers | $135,210 | 40 | |
| 17 | Natural Sciences Managers | $130,150 | 80 | |
| 18 | Nurse Practitioners | $129,720 | 260 | |
| 19 | Physician Assistants | $129,200 | 200 | |
| 20 | Purchasing Managers | $126,060 | 70 | |
| 21 | Veterinarians | $125,180 | 80 | |
| 22 | Industrial Production Managers | $124,630 | 390 | |
| 23 | Personal Financial Advisors | $120,570 | 80 | |
| 24 | Managers, All Other | $120,040 | 190 | |
| 25 | Administrative Services Managers | $118,440 | 160 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Retail Salespersons | 5,240 | $35,040 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 5,090 | $37,650 |
| Cashiers | 4,420 | $34,310 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 4,320 | $33,540 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 4,300 | $36,530 |
| Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary | 3,730 | $35,020 |
| General and Operations Managers | 3,210 | $93,440 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 3,180 | $40,680 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 3,120 | $37,290 |
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | 2,950 | $62,570 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Information and Record Clerks, All Other | $32,240 | 340 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $32,600 | 170 |
| Concierges | $32,720 | 40 |
| Directors, Religious Activities and Education | $33,170 | 120 |
| Library Assistants, Clerical | $33,290 | 150 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $33,340 | 480 |
| School Bus Monitors | $33,350 | 500 |
| Dishwashers | $33,380 | 820 |
| Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants | $33,420 | 160 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $33,520 | 290 |
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.