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

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Special Needs Assistant in Rochester, NY is $30,734. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $28,617 to $32,494, with most professionals earning between $26,690 and $34,096.

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 $26,690 Rochester,NY April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Special Needs Assistant Salary $28,617 Rochester,NY April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Special Needs Assistant Salary $30,734 Rochester,NY April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Special Needs Assistant Salary $32,494 Rochester,NY April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Special Needs Assistant Salary $34,096 Rochester,NY April 01, 2025
25% $28,617 10% $26,690 90% $34,096 75% $32,494 $30,734 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Special Needs Assistant in Rochester, NY. The base salary for Special Needs Assistant ranges from $28,617 to $32,494 with the average base salary of $30,734. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $28,617 to $32,494 with the average total cash compensation of $30,734.

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