Researcher salary in New York, NY

The average salary for a Researcher is $157,123 per year in New York, NY. This figure is based on 182 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 13, 2026.

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Researcher salaries in New York, NY typically range between a low of $84,040 and a high of $293,761 per year, depending on experience and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Researcher in New York, NY include Yorktown Heights, NY at $186,920 per year, Manhattan, NY at $149,220 per year, and Buffalo, NY at $119,241 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Researcher in New York, NY include Selby Jennings ($362,500 per year) and Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP ($325,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Researcher salary in New York, NY compares to related positions:

• Junior Researcher: Average $132,037 per year
• Senior Researcher: Average $175,830 per year