Education and Childcare Administrators Salary in New York
Also called: Childcare Center Directors
Education and Childcare Administrators in New York earn a median of $96,810 a year, +63% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $96,810
- vs. U.S. median
- +63% ($59,300)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 3,950
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $57,770; the top 10% earn over $156,440. Nationally the range is $38,580 to $98,240.
States ranked near New York
Similar jobs in New York
- Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary$138,830 median in New York
- Education Administrators, Postsecondary$139,640 median in New York
- Fitness and Wellness Coordinators$65,150 median in New York (broader BLS group)
- Social and Community Service Managers$95,980 median in New York
- Human Resources Managers$176,650 median in New York
- Instructional Coordinators$80,560 median in New York
Education and Childcare Administrators pay in New York
How much do education and childcare administrators make in New York?
The median is $96,810 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $57,770 and the top 10% earn over $156,440. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for education and childcare administrators?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 50 (+63% vs. the national median of $59,300). Living costs are not included.