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Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary average salary by city in New York
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ithaca | $123,070 | $100,880 | $80,140 | $89,048 | 103 |
| Rochester | $117,430 | $99,050 | $75,960 | $85,444 | 97 |
| New York | $112,240 | $98,250 | $66,130 | $82,105 | 113 |
| Albany | $107,830 | $98,430 | $79,310 | $79,267 | 100 |
| Syracuse | $106,220 | $93,470 | $76,790 | $78,231 | 96 |
| Buffalo | $102,170 | $80,200 | $59,140 | $75,625 | 96 |
| Kiryas Joel | $89,980 | $89,490 | $75,580 | $67,780 | 109 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; New York City (up to 3.876%) and Yonkers income taxes are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary salary in other states
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary salary by city and state
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 25-1042.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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