Transportation Planners Salary in New York
Transportation Planners in New York earn a median of $104,770 a year, +4% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $104,770
- vs. U.S. median
- +4% ($101,110)
- Rank among states
- 6 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 3,410
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $67,210; the top 10% earn over $138,590. Nationally the range is $66,120 to $160,300.
States ranked near New York
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Transportation Planners pay in New York
How much do transportation planners make in New York?
The median is $104,770 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $67,210 and the top 10% earn over $138,590. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for transportation planners?
On pay alone it ranks 6 of 49 (+4% vs. the national median of $101,110). Living costs are not included.