Riggers pay in New York
In New York, the median pay for riggers is $50.77 an hour ($105,600 a year). About 650 people work in this job there.
That is 69% higher than the U.S. median ($62,640). New York ranks 1st of 43 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for riggers in New York
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.89 | $47,610 |
| 25% of workers | $36.75 | $76,440 |
| Half of workers (median) | $50.77 | $105,600 |
| 75% of workers | $59.24 | $123,210 |
| 90% of workers | $62.39 | $129,780 |
Riggers pay in New York metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| New York-Newark-Jersey City | $103,030 | 620 |
New York unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for riggers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 3 to 6 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.9% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 1,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in New York
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | $49,030 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $80,980 |
| Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines | $66,310 |
| Maintenance Workers, Machinery | $67,610 |
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $92,610 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $55,080 |
| Crane and Tower Operators | $85,850 |
| Millwrights | $79,560 |
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