Event Planner Salary in NYC, NY

How Much Does a Event Planner Make in NYC, NY?

The average annual salary for a Event Planner in NYC, NY is $87,310.00. We calculate this figure using our salary methodology, which includes data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Census Bureau and other websites and agencies.

What could I earn?

Find out how your salary compares to the average Event Planner salary.

Average Event Planner Base Salary:

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How much does a Event Planner make in New York per hour?

The hourly rate for a Event Planner in New York is currently $41.00. This does not include tips, bonuses or other performance-based incentives offered by the establishment they’re employed in.

How much does a Event Planner make in New York per month?

The average monthly salary for a Event Planner in New York is $7,275.83.

How much does a Event Planner make in New York per week?

Based on the hourly and monthly salaries above, the average Event Planner salary per week in New York is $1,640.00.

How Can I Earn More Money as a Event Planner in New York?

The easiest way to earn more money as a Event Planner is to ask for a raise or a promotion. To do that, you’ll need to be prepared to discuss with your employer about why you deserve a raise.

To help you out, we’ve got a list of Event Planner interview questions and answers that you can use to come up with your own answers when you’re asking for a raise.

How Can I Determine What I Should be Earning as a Event Planner in New York?

In addition to the average salaries above, you can view our job listings for and see what employers are willing to pay for the role.

What Skills Are Employers Looking for in a Event Planner in New York?

You can see what employers want in a Event Planner in New York if you take a look at a sample Event Planner job description. In it, you’ll find the most common skills, abilities and experience requirements for this role.

High-Paying Cities for Event Planner

The table below showcases four of the best cities to work in as a Event Planner. You can see the average annual wage for a Event Planner in each of these cities.

High-Paying Cities for Event Planner

City Avg Salary Avg Hourly Wage
Chicago, IL $65,060 $28.38
Los Angeles, CA $67,360 $32.38
Miami, FL $69,240 $33.29
NYC, NY $87,310 $41.98

Similar Careers in New York

If you’re interested in seeing what other roles you can work in NYC, see our NYC jobs page.

Job title:
  • Event Planner
  • Assistant Restaurant Manager
  • Baker
  • Barback
  • Barista
  • Bartender
  • Busser
  • Cashier
  • Chef
  • Concierge
  • Cook
  • Director of Restaurant Operations
  • Dishwasher
  • Event Coordinator
  • Event Manager
  • Executive Chef
  • Fast-Food Worker
  • Fine Dining Server
  • Food Runner
  • Head Chef
  • Host/Hostess
  • Hotel General Manager
  • Hotel Manager
  • Housekeeper
  • Kitchen Manager
  • Line Cook
  • Pastry Chef
  • Porter
  • Prep Cook
  • Private Chef
  • Receptionist
  • Restaurant Consultant
  • Restaurant Manager
  • Server
  • Sommelier
  • Sous Chef
  • Sushi Chef
  • Valet
  • Waiter/Waitress
Salary:
  • NYC, NY
  • Average US
  • Chicago, IL
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Miami, FL
Growth
8 %
Avg. Salary
$87,310

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