Salary Intelligence

Is $50,000 a good salary
in New York?

See how $50,000/year ranks against workers in New York, what it leaves after rent and essentials, and how it compares to other states.

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Salary Insight

This salary is below average in this state (-33% vs median), leaving an estimated $239/month after rent and essentials.

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Percentile in New York
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Lifestyle rating
$239
Est. monthly savings
⚠️Median rent in New York takes up 78% of your take-home. Financial advisors recommend keeping rent under 30%. See full budget breakdown →

Estimates use state median rent and 15% essentials allocation. See how this compares to others in New York →

Monthly budget

Monthly take-home (single)$3,340
Median rent in New York−$262
Essentials estimate (15%)−$501
Monthly left over$239
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