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Psychology 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $112,360 | $102,740 | $77,580 | $82,182 | 113 |
| Albany | $101,720 | $100,780 | $82,570 | $75,335 | 100 |
| Buffalo | $98,050 | $93,160 | $64,380 | $72,973 | 96 |
| Ithaca | $96,490 | $93,500 | $80,410 | $71,970 | 103 |
| Rochester | $95,130 | $81,120 | $65,590 | $71,094 | 97 |
| Syracuse | $94,680 | $79,210 | $74,630 | $70,805 | 96 |
| Utica | $77,930 | $80,420 | $53,530 | $59,973 | 93 |
*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.
Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary salary in other states
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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 25-1066.
- 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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