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Tellers Salary in New York
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Tellers make in New York?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$44,400
Median Annual Salary
▲
+0.8% vs 2024
$45,050
Mean Salary
$44,400
Median Salary
$21.35
Hourly Rate
15,040 people work as Tellers in New York
Tellers salary by percentile in New York
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Tellers in New York earn a median salary of $44,400 per year ($3,700/month).
This is 7.1% above the national average of $41,471.
New York ranks #19 out of 51 states for Tellers pay.
Approximately 15,040 people work in this occupation across New York.
Salaries increased by 0.8% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Tellers
Receive and pay out money. Keep records of money and negotiable instruments involved in a financial institution's various transactions.
Top Skills
Active Listening
3.5
Speaking
3.25
Reading Comprehension
3.12
Critical Thinking
3.12
Monitoring
3.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
3.88
English Language
3.63
Mathematics
3.47
Economics and Accounting
3.11
Public Safety and Security
3.0
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(73.0% of workers)
Salaries for Tellers in New York range from $37,950 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $55,420 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $40,180 and $47,700.
Median $44,400
P10: $37,950P25: $40,180P75: $47,700P90: $55,420
10th
$37,950
25th
$40,180
Median
$44,400
75th
$47,700
90th
$55,420
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$37,950
$18.25
$3,162
25th Percentile
$40,180
$19.32
$3,348
Median (50th)
$44,400
$21.35
$3,700
75th Percentile
$47,700
$22.93
$3,975
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$55,420
$26.64
$4,618
Note: The mean (average) salary of $45,050 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Tellers in New York is $44,400 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $45,050.
What is the salary range for a Tellers in New York?
Salaries for Tellers in New York range from $37,950 at the 10th percentile to $55,420 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $40,180 and $47,700.
What is the starting salary for a Tellers in New York?
Entry-level Tellers positions in New York typically start around $37,950 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $40,180 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Tellers in New York?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 15,040 people are employed as Tellers in New York.
What is the hourly rate for a Tellers in New York?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Tellers in New York is approximately $21.35 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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