Accountant salary in New York, NY
Median pay, New York metro
$105,650/year
about $50.79 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $82,830 – $137,490
Half of accountants in the New York metro area earn more than $105,650 a year and half earn less. That's 26% higher than the national median of $83,680, and ranks #3 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $71,850 | $34.54 |
| 25th | $82,830 | $39.82 |
| Median (50th) | $105,650 | $50.79 |
| 75th | $137,490 | $66.10 |
| 90th (top earners) | $174,750 | $84.01 |
*Yearly pay divided by 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), the full-time basis BLS uses.
Is your offer fair?
For a accountant job in the New York metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $82,830 ($39.82/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $82,830 to $137,490 ($39.82 to $66.10/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $137,490 ($66.10/hr). Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- A CPA license usually raises pay noticeably, and some employers support the exam with time off or fees.
- Busy season can mean long hours from January to April. Ask how overtime is handled for salaried roles.
- Public accounting and corporate (industry) roles often pay differently for similar titles.
Also watch for the common warning signs in the posting itself: 15 job posting red flags.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, New York metro. Occupation: Accountants and Auditors (SOC 13-2011). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.