New York Physician Salary Guide 2026: Complete Analysis

# New York Healthcare Salary Guide 2026

Complete 2026 healthcare compensation data for New York employers.

## New York Healthcare Market Overview

### Key Statistics

– **RN Employment**: 195K
– **RN Median Salary**: $98,850
– **NP Full Practice Authority**: Yes
– **Nurse Licensure Compact**: Non-member
– **Healthcare Job Growth**: 5%

## Registered Nurse Salaries in New York

| Metric | Value |
|——–|——-|
| Median Salary | $98,850 |
| vs. National Median | +15% |
| Total Employment | 195K |

## Nurse Practitioner Considerations

New York grants full practice authority to nurse practitioners, allowing independent practice without physician oversight. This creates competitive advantages for NP recruitment and may command higher salaries.

## Nurse Licensure Compact Status

New York is not a Nurse Licensure Compact member. Nurses must obtain a New York-specific license, adding time to the onboarding process.

## Market Competitiveness

New York’s 5% healthcare growth rate indicates moderate competition, though specialized roles remain competitive.

## Key Takeaways

– **RN median salary: $98,850**
– **5% job growth** projected
– **License required** for nurse recruitment
– **NP autonomy: Full practice authority**

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*Published: January 2026 | HealthTal New York Research*

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