Bridge and Lock Tenders Salary in New York
Bridge and Lock Tenders in New York earn a median of $51,560 a year, −11% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $51,560
- vs. U.S. median
- −11% ($57,700)
- Rank among states
- 17 of 23
- Jobs in the state
- 210
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $32,240; the top 10% earn over $71,360. Nationally the range is $28,090 to $75,360.
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Bridge and Lock Tenders pay in New York
How much do bridge and lock tenders make in New York?
The median is $51,560 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $32,240 and the top 10% earn over $71,360. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for bridge and lock tenders?
On pay alone it ranks 17 of 23 (−11% vs. the national median of $57,700). Living costs are not included.