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Curators Salary in New York
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Curators make in New York?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$79,120
Median Annual Salary
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+0.5% vs 2024
$90,630
Mean Salary
$79,120
Median Salary
$38.04
Hourly Rate
1,330 people work as Curators in New York
Curators salary by percentile in New York
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Curators in New York earn a median salary of $79,120 per year ($6,593/month).
This is 25.6% above the national average of $63,010.
New York ranks #3 out of 49 states for Curators pay.
Approximately 1,330 people work in this occupation across New York.
Salaries increased by 0.5% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Curators
Administer collections, such as artwork, collectibles, historic items, or scientific specimens of museums or other institutions. May conduct instructional, research, or public service activities of institution.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
4.0
Speaking
4.0
Active Listening
3.88
Writing
3.88
Critical Thinking
3.75
Key Knowledge Areas
English Language
4.57
History and Archeology
4.52
Fine Arts
3.76
Administration and Management
3.33
Sociology and Anthropology
3.3
Typical Education: Master's Degree
(44.0% of workers)
Salaries for Curators in New York range from $46,060 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $148,580 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $58,340 and $103,240.
The median annual salary for Curators in New York is $79,120 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $90,630.
What is the salary range for a Curators in New York?
Salaries for Curators in New York range from $46,060 at the 10th percentile to $148,580 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $58,340 and $103,240.
What is the starting salary for a Curators in New York?
Entry-level Curators positions in New York typically start around $46,060 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $58,340 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Curators in New York?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,330 people are employed as Curators in New York.
What is the hourly rate for a Curators in New York?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Curators in New York is approximately $38.04 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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