Manager Salary in New York

How much does a Manager make in New York?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Manager in New York is $89,967 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

However, a Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $109,415
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $80,270 to $100,147
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,441
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Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $100,147 $8,346 $1,926 $48
Average $89,967 $7,497 $1,730 $43
25th Percentile $80,270 $6,689 $1,544 $39
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Key Factors That Influence Manager Salaries

A Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $66,620
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $82,361
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $103,422
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $128,908
  • Expert (over 8 years): $145,548
Levels Salary
Public Re... Level Manager$66,620
Manager Level Manager$82,361
Public Re... Level Manager$103,422
Public Re... Level Manager$128,908
Public Re... Level Manager$145,548
$66,620 0 yr
$82,361 < 2 yrs
$103,422 2-4 yrs
$128,908 5-8 yrs
$145,548 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Holtsville: $92,854
  • Brentwood: $92,698
  • Brightwaters: $91,872

Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the MFG Nondurable and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Manager positions in Pharmaceuticals or Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
MFG Nondurable$125,954$61.040%
Energy & Utilities$116,957$56.030%
Media$112,459$54.025%
Aerospace & Defense$107,960$52.020%
Telecom$107,960$52.020%

Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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