Gas Plant Operators Salary in New York
Gas Plant Operators in New York earn a median of $98,390 a year, +12% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $98,390
- vs. U.S. median
- +12% ($87,820)
- Rank among states
- 13 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 240
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $70,460; the top 10% earn over $119,950. Nationally the range is $61,350 to $115,520.
States ranked near New York
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Gas Plant Operators pay in New York
How much do gas plant operators make in New York?
The median is $98,390 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $70,460 and the top 10% earn over $119,950. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for gas plant operators?
On pay alone it ranks 13 of 43 (+12% vs. the national median of $87,820). Living costs are not included.