How Much $$$ Does A Mayor In New York State Make?

Salaries of Ten Mayors in Upstate New York

I've said it once, and it bears repeating: I don't think there's enough money in the world to entice me to run for public office. No matter what you do (even if you're efficient at your job), half the people in your city or town will have a problem with what you do.

That said, I've always been curious to know what kind of salaries our elected officials in Upstate New York make.

Buffalo's Mayor Christopher Scanlon is one of New York State's top earners, running the largest city in Upstate New York. Photo: BuffaloNY.gov

Are any of them getting rich, and any of them just barely getting by?

We found the annual Mayoral salaries from 10 of the biggest cities in Upstate New York and listed them below for you to compare. Is your Mayor earning their keep?