How much does a Special Needs Assistant make in New York, NY?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Special Needs Assistant in New York, NY is $36,311. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $33,810 to $38,390, with most professionals earning between $31,533 and $40,283.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Special Needs Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Special Needs Assistant Salary $31,533 New York,NY April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Special Needs Assistant Salary $33,810 New York,NY April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Special Needs Assistant Salary $36,311 New York,NY April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Special Needs Assistant Salary $38,390 New York,NY April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Special Needs Assistant Salary $40,283 New York,NY April 01, 2025
25% $33,810 10% $31,533 90% $40,283 75% $38,390 $36,311 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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