New York HOA Manager Salary (2026)
Very strong — New York City's cooperative and condominium market is one of the most complex and well-compensated in the US
$82,000
$62,000 – $116,000
$54,000
Typical starting pay, no certification
$128,000
PCAM-certified, large portfolio or high-rise
$76,000
Comparable property management role
No state-specific CAM license required, though NYC co-op/condo management involves complex regulations under the NYC Administrative Code.
| City / Metro | Median CAM Salary | Note |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | $96,000 | Highest in the state; complex co-op and condo market |
| Long Island (Nassau/Suffolk) | $80,000 | Dense suburban HOA market |
| Westchester County | $82,000 | NYC-adjacent premium market |
| Buffalo | $60,000 | More affordable upstate market |
| Albany | $62,000 | State capital with steady HOA demand |
Professional certifications issued by the Community Associations Institute (CAI) command measurable salary premiums above base pay:
CMCA
Certified Manager of Community Associations — entry-level industry credential
+$4,000–$8,000/yr
AMS
Association Management Specialist — mid-career credential requiring 2 years experience
+$6,000–$12,000/yr
PCAM
Professional Community Association Manager — highest CAI designation; requires 5 years experience
+$12,000–$24,000
- NYC metro premium
- Co-op vs. condo vs. HOA complexity
- PCAM certification premium: +$12,000–$24,000
- High-rise vs. suburban community type
Typically volunteer; NYC cooperative and condo board service is legally volunteer but some large buildings pay per-meeting compensation
Self-managed HOAs and condos in New York avoid $64,000–$120,000/year in manager compensation — especially impactful in the NYC metro area.
Those savings can fund deferred maintenance, accelerate reserve contributions, reduce annual assessment increases, or be returned to homeowners — depending on your community's priorities.
Manage your New York HOA without a CAM — LotWize replaces $82K/year in management costs.
LotWize gives self-managed New York HOA boards the tools to handle dues collection, violation tracking, financial reporting, and homeowner communication — without hiring a property management company or a licensed CAM.
Start 14-Day Free TrialSalary figures for New York are estimates based on BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, Indeed, and Glassdoor public surveys. Actual compensation varies by portfolio size, certifications held, employer type, community complexity, and local market conditions. License and certification information accurate as of 2026. Always verify current licensing requirements with the applicable state agency before hiring a community association manager.