Paid Research Studies in New York (NYC)
Get paid $50–$300+ for online research studies, surveys, and remote focus groups open to NY residents, plus in-person studies in New York when available. New York City has one of the densest concentrations of market-research and focus-group facilities in the country, plus constant online recruiting from NYC panels.
Online studies open to NY residents
255 online studies are open to anyone in NY right now — take part from home, on your schedule, plus 4 in-person studies in New York.
Multi-Day Study in NYC on Data Collection - $1200
Are you a native Hebrew speaker born and raised in Israel? Participants are invited to a three-day in-person multi-day study about data collection. Qualified participants will receive $1200 if completed by October 28, 2026. If you are interested in participating, please sign up and take the survey to see if you qualify! Spots are limited and tend to fill fast. Applying doesn't guarantee a slot, and qualification criteria may change at any time without notice.
CASTING McDonald’s Crew + Fans for a Commercial - $800+
CASTING McDONALD'S CREW + FANS FOR A COMMERCIAL! 🍔🍟 PAID! Vitamin Enriched, a real people casting company, is casting for current and former McDonald's employees, crew members, operators, customers, fans and franchisees for an upcoming commercial about their most loyal team members! We're looking for the most passionate people across the U.S. who have a special connection to McDonald’s and want to share their experience and what they've contributed to the brand. Maybe you're a former crew member who started working at McDonald's as a teenager, and those were the best days. Maybe you're a current crew member who is known as a local celebrity within your community. Maybe you're a manager or operator who has spent years building a team and creating opportunities for the people who work with you. Maybe you're a devoted McDonald's fan or customer with a unique story to tell. Whatever your story is, we want to hear from you. If you are interested in participating, please fill out the form to be considered! Space is limited, subject to availability. Criteria for qualification are subject to change at any time and without notice
Focus Group in NYC on Lifestyle Trends - $275
Are you passionate about sharing content on social media? Participants are invited to a 135-minute online focus group about lifestyle interests like fashion, food, skincare, and makeup. Qualified participants will receive $275 if completed by October 30, 2026. If you are interested in participating, please sign up and take the survey to see if you qualify! Spots are limited and tend to fill fast. Applying doesn't guarantee a slot, and qualification criteria may change at any time without notice.
Focus Group in NYC on Technology - $150
Interested in trying new technology? Join an in-person technology testing study in Midtown NYC starting in October 2026. Participants will receive $150 for their time. Adults ages 18 and older may qualify, even if they have participated in a previous study. If you are interested in participating, please sign up and take the survey to see if you qualify! Space is limited, subject to availability. Criteria for qualification are subject to change at any time and without notice.
Research Study on E-Commerce Marketing - $100
How do e-commerce brands effectively drive growth and conversions? Participants are invited to a 60-minute online research study about marketing strategies in the e-commerce sector. Qualified participants will receive $100 if completed by November 21, 2026. If you are interested in participating, please sign up and take the survey to see if you qualify! Spots are limited and tend to fill fast. Applying doesn't guarantee a slot, and qualification criteria may change at any time without notice.
Research Study on HR Functions - $75
What are the key tools used in HR today? Participants are invited to a 60-minute online research study about the roles and technologies in HR functions including Total Rewards and Payroll as well as Global Mobility and Immigration. Qualified participants will receive $75 if completed by November 8, 2026. If you are interested in participating, please sign up and take the survey to see if you qualify! Spots are limited and tend to fill fast. Applying doesn't guarantee a slot, and qualification criteria may change at any time without notice.
Research Study on Rural Grocery Access - $50
Have you ever wondered about the challenges of grocery access in rural areas? Participants are invited to a 60-minute online research study about obtaining groceries when living far from stores. Qualified participants will receive $50 if completed by November 18, 2026. If you are interested in participating, please sign up and take the survey to see if you qualify! Spots are limited and tend to fill fast. Applying doesn't guarantee a slot, and qualification criteria may change at any time without notice.
Research Study on AI Innovations - $40
Are you interested in exploring new ideas powered by AI? Participants are invited to a 37-minute online unmoderated task about various innovative concepts. Qualified participants will receive $40 if completed by October 27, 2026. If you are interested in participating, please sign up and take the survey to see if you qualify! Spots are limited and tend to fill fast. Applying doesn't guarantee a slot, and qualification criteria may change at any time without notice.
Research Study on Feedback Tools - $200
What are your thoughts on the tools you use for gathering insights? Participants are invited to a 60-minute online research study about software tools for evaluating experiences. Qualified participants will receive $200 if completed by November 3, 2026. If you are interested in participating, please sign up and take the survey to see if you qualify! Spots are limited and tend to fill fast. Applying doesn't guarantee a slot, and qualification criteria may change at any time without notice.
How to get paid for research studies in New York
Most paid research open to New York (NYC) is now online — remote focus groups over video, online interviews, paid surveys, product tests, and diary studies you can do from home, open to anyone in NY. New York City has one of the densest concentrations of market-research and focus-group facilities in the country, plus constant online recruiting from NYC panels. StudySnag aggregates these into one feed so you don't have to hunt across panels, Craigslist, and university boards.
Most studies pay $50–$300, and paid clinical trials can pay significantly more. Because the studies are remote, you can take part whether you're near Manhattan or Brooklyn or anywhere else in NY — and in-person focus groups and trials in New York are listed here whenever recruiters are running them.
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Who runs paid research in New York
- The Midtown facility cluster
- Commercial market-research firms run dedicated focus-group suites concentrated in Midtown and around the Flatiron district — purpose-built rooms with observation mirrors, booked by brands and agencies rather than by any university.
- The advertising industry
- New York is where most national campaigns are made, so concept tests, ad recall studies, and creative screenings recruit ordinary New Yorkers continuously and pay well for a couple of hours.
- The academic medical centres
- Mount Sinai, NYU Langone, Columbia's Irving Medical Center, and Weill Cornell all run paid clinical research recruiting across the five boroughs.
What paid studies in New York actually pay
New York pays the highest focus-group rates in the country, and the reason is unglamorous: facility time is expensive and so is a New Yorker's evening, so incentives have to compete. A ninety-minute in-person group in Midtown commonly pays $100 to $250, against $75 to $125 for the same session in a mid-sized market. Online studies pay the national rate regardless of where you live, so the premium only applies to work you physically show up for.
Getting to in-person studies in New York
The subway is what makes New York unusual: a Midtown facility is realistically reachable from most of Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx, so you are not limited to studies in your own borough the way you would be limited by driving distance in a car city. Listings normally name the nearest station rather than a street address, and evening sessions are common precisely because the commute is assumed.
When recruiting picks up in New York
Recruiting runs hard from January and again from just after Labor Day, when brands and agencies plan the next cycle of work. It thins noticeably over late December and through August, when much of the industry is out of the city.
Paid research studies in New York — FAQ
Why do paid studies in NYC pay more than elsewhere?+
Because recruiters are competing for time in an expensive city with a lot of alternatives. Facility rental and participant incentives are both priced against that, which is why an in-person group here typically pays well above the same session in a smaller market. The premium is on in-person work only — online studies pay the same national rate wherever you live.
Do I need to live in Manhattan to take part?+
No. The subway means most Midtown and Flatiron facilities are reachable from Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and much of New Jersey, and recruiters know it — many studies deliberately want a mix of boroughs. Online studies open to New York State residents have no location requirement at all.
How is this different from the NYU and Columbia pages?+
Those cover research recruiting through the universities — campus subject pools and their affiliated medical centres. This page covers the commercial side: the market-research and advertising industry, which is far larger in New York than the academic side and recruits from the general public.
How much do paid research studies in New York pay?+
Most paid studies for New York, NY participants pay between $50 and $300, while clinical trials can pay much more. You'll always see the exact payout before you register.
Are there online paid studies for New York residents?+
Yes. Many studies are fully online and open to anyone in NY, so you can take part from Manhattan or anywhere nearby. In-person focus groups and clinical trials are also listed when available.
Do I need to be a student to join?+
No — anyone US-based can join. New York students, professionals, and retirees all qualify for different studies.
How do I get started?+
Create a free StudySnag account, tell us a bit about yourself, and browse the studies you qualify for in New York. Registering for a study takes one tap.
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How much do paid research studies in New York pay?
Paid research studies open to NY residents typically pay $50–$300+, and clinical trials pay more; the top study on StudySnag right now pays $1,200. Right now 255 online studies are open to anyone in NY, plus 4 in-person studies in New York. You always see the exact payout before you register, and it's free to join.
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