How much does a Stagehand make in New York, NY?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Stagehand in New York, NY is $50,306. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $45,574 to $55,920, with most professionals earning between $41,266 and $61,032.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Stagehand Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Stagehand Salary $41,266 New York,NY April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Stagehand Salary $45,574 New York,NY April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Stagehand Salary $50,306 New York,NY April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Stagehand Salary $55,920 New York,NY April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Stagehand Salary $61,032 New York,NY April 01, 2025
25% $45,574 10% $41,266 90% $61,032 75% $55,920 $50,306 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Stagehand ?

A stagehand is a person who works backstage or behind the scenes in theatres, film, television, or location performance. Their work include setting up the scenery, lights, sound, props, rigging, and special effects for a production....

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    Stagehand

    0 - 1 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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    Audio Visual Technician II

    1 - 3 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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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 Stagehand in New York, NY. The base salary for Stagehand ranges from $45,574 to $55,920 with the average base salary of $50,306. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $45,574 to $55,920 with the average total cash compensation of $50,306.

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