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Worker Salary in Syracuse, NY

How Much Does a Worker make?

Worker made a median salary around $62,540 in March, 2025. The best-paid 25 percent made $72,060 probably that year, while the lowest-paid 25 percent made around $54,454. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Best-Paying Cities for Worker

The metropolitan areas that pay the highest salary in the Worker profession are Sunnyside , Woodside , Long Island City , Astoria , New York .

Sunnyside, NY	$73,488
Woodside, NY	$73,488
Long Island City, NY	$73,488
Astoria, NY	$73,488
New York, NY	$73,488

Best-Paying States for Worker

The states and districts that pay Worker the highest salary are District of Columbia (around $70,028) , California (around $69,399) , New Jersey (around $68,958) , Alaska (around $68,518) , and Massachusetts (around $68,455) .

District of Columbia	$70,028
California	$69,399
New Jersey	$68,958
Alaska	$68,518
Massachusetts	$68,455

What is the Career Path of Worker?

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Worker, the upper level is General Maintenance Worker III , and then progresses to General Maintenance Supervisor

Besides, Worker can also turn to other related jobs, including Foundry Worker , Railroad Worker , Insulation Worker and Forest and Conservation Worker .

Worker

General Maintenance Worker III

General Maintenance Supervisor

Frequently Asked Questions for Worker

Q: What is the salary range of Worker in Syracuse, NY?

A: In 2025 , the lowest-paid Worker in Syracuse, NY earned an average annual salary of $54,454 , while the highest-paid made $72,060.

Q: What is the salary for a Worker in California?

A: Worker employed in California earned an average salary of $69,399 in 2025.

Average Worker Pay vs. Other Jobs

Worker earned an average salary of $62,540 in 2025. Other jobs related to Worker earned the following average salary in March, 2025. Foundry Worker made $37,824 , Railroad Worker made $51,728 , Insulation Worker and Forest and Conservation Worker made $47,514 and $59,753 respectively .

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Foundry Worker - Average Salary $37,824

Prepares, cleans and assembles molds for foundry. May require a high school diploma or its equivalent and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

Railroad Worker - Average Salary $51,728

Throws track switches within yard of railroad, industrial plant, quarry, construction project, or similar location to switch cars for loading, unloading, making up, and breaking up of trains. May be required to complete specific trade school courses and possess necessary certifications. Is familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Works under general supervision. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager.

Insulation Worker - Average Salary $47,514

Applies insulating material to exposed surfaces of structures such as air ducts, hot and cold pipes, storage tanks, and cold storage rooms. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager.

Forest and Conservation Worker - Average Salary $59,753

Reforests and protects timber tracts and maintains forest facilities including roads and campsites. Applies a wide range of concepts. Applies practical knowledge of practices and procedures from two or more specialized fields, such as forestry, soil science and/or agriculture. May require 2-4 years of related work experience. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Typically reports to a manager, or head of the department.

Museum Research Worker - Average Salary $59,753

Plans, organizes and conducts research in scientific, cultural, historical, or artistic fields for use in projects of sponsoring institution. May require a bachelor's degree in a related area and 2-4 years of experience. Is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. Typically reports to the head of a unit/department. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

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