Temp and flexible front desk attendant positions in New York City pay $28.05-$41.14/hr — 87% above the national average, with a cost of living 87% above the U.S. baseline.
$28-$41
Per Hour
$1384
Weekly (40hrs)
187
Cost Index
EST
Time Zone
Top Industries in New York City
Monthly Costs
Front Desk Attendants in New York City earn $28.05-$41.14/hr, above the national average.
Front Desk Attendants are the first and last face guests see at hotels, resorts, and serviced apartments. You handle check-ins and check-outs, answer phones, take reservations, run credit cards, hand out keys, and resolve guest issues - all while keeping the lobby looking like the photos on the booking site.
Most front desk attendant positions in New York City are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.
Calculated for Front Desk Attendant in New York City
Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.
Based on avg Front Desk Attendant rate of $34.59/hr at 40 hrs/wk.
Includes ~$150/week in estimated tips
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Front Desk Lead / Supervisor
2-4 years
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4-7 years
Hotel Operations Manager
7+ years
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