Nail tech salary in New York
Nail tech pay in New York per BLS 2025: median $16.66/hour, $34,660/year. Compared with the US and metro areas in the state.
Hourly (median)
$16.66
Annual (median)
$34,660
Annual (mean)
$35,280
Employed
19,710
3% lower than the national median ($17.19/hour)
By metro area in the state
| Area | Hourly (median) | Annual (median) |
|---|---|---|
| New York–New Jersey | $16.78 | $34,910 |
About the data
Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025, occupation Manicurists and Pedicurists (SOC 39-5092). It includes employee tips and commissions but EXCLUDES self-employed techs (booth renters, 1099), so it is usually lower than pay advertised by salons.