Museum Technicians and Conservators Salary in New York
Museum Technicians and Conservators in New York earn a median of $74,550 a year, +45% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $74,550
- vs. U.S. median
- +45% ($51,440)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 1,050
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,000; the top 10% earn over $103,800. Nationally the range is $33,780 to $87,530.
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Museum Technicians and Conservators pay in New York
How much do museum technicians and conservators make in New York?
The median is $74,550 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,000 and the top 10% earn over $103,800. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for museum technicians and conservators?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 45 (+45% vs. the national median of $51,440). Living costs are not included.