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177,210 (Lawyer)NY
New York Licensing Directory
Comprehensive guide to professional licensing, exams, and continuing education requirements in New York.
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Showing 1-6 of 60| Career Name | Median Salary vs Nat'l | Licensing Board | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
LawyerBusiness | 177,210Nat: $151,160 +17% vs Avg | NYS Department of State~Division of Licensing Services~One Commerce Plaza | High |
Financial AdvisorBusiness | 167,970Nat: $102,140 +64% vs Avg | NYS Department of Financial Services~Applications and Licensing | High |
DentistHealthcare | 164,060Nat: $172,790 -5% vs Avg | NYS Education Department~State Board for Dentistry | High |
OptometristHealthcare | 163,040Nat: $134,830 +21% vs Avg | NYS Education Department~State Board for Optometry | High |
Physician AssistantHealthcare | 152,650Nat: $133,260 +15% vs Avg | NYS Education Department~State Board for Medicine | High |
Nurse PractitionerHealthcare | 145,390Nat: $129,210 +13% vs Avg | NYS Education Department~State Board for Nursing | High |