Pennsylvania Salary Data
Salary comparisons across 1 metropolitan area in Pennsylvania. Prices in Pennsylvania were 2.4% below the national level in 2024 (BEA regional price parity 97.6).
Metro Areas in Pennsylvania
| Metro Area | Price Level (US = 100) | vs National Level |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh, PA | 94.7 | -5.3% |
| Pennsylvania (statewide) | 97.6 | -2.4% |
Top Paying Occupations in Pennsylvania
| Occupation | PA Median | National Median | vs National | Metro Covered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $157,180 | $159,670 | -$2,490 | Pittsburgh, PA |
| Software Developer | $126,550 | $135,980 | -$9,430 | Pittsburgh, PA |
| Registered Nurse | $96,430 | $97,550 | -$1,120 | Pittsburgh, PA |
| Financial Analyst | $84,460 | $102,740 | -$18,280 | Pittsburgh, PA |
| Electrician | $67,600 | $63,190 | +$4,410 | Pittsburgh, PA |
Salary by City — Pennsylvania
4Wages and Prices in Pennsylvania
This dataset covers 1 metropolitan area in Pennsylvania: Pittsburgh. BEA's regional price parity for it is 94.7 (United States = 100), and the statewide figure is 97.6.
Of the occupations featured here, Lawyer has the highest statewide median at $157,180; in Pittsburgh, PA, the one metro area covered here, its median is $133,040.
To compare a wage across areas, divide it by the area's regional price parity and multiply by 100. That restates it at national-average prices; it covers prices only, not taxes. For a specific role, browse all occupations and drill into each one to see side-by-side city differences within Pennsylvania.
Statewide median salary by occupation in Pennsylvania
State-level BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates (all metro and non-metro areas combined), highest median first. Each row links to the full state page for that occupation.
| Occupation | Median | 75th pct | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physician | $217,310 | $370,140 | 23,800 |
| Lawyer | $157,180 | $208,260 | 27,170 |
| Marketing Manager | $150,810 | $207,490 | 13,840 |
| Pharmacist | $138,160 | $156,970 | 14,090 |
| HR Manager | $133,060 | $174,320 | 8,230 |
| Network Engineer | $131,840 | $165,880 | 6,080 |
| Sales Manager | $130,610 | $175,600 | 20,460 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $130,140 | $142,720 | 10,670 |
| Software Developer | $126,550 | $158,390 | 55,920 |
| Actuary | $125,040 | $161,090 | 1,710 |
| Cybersecurity Analyst | $117,770 | $144,360 | 4,660 |
| Construction Manager | $108,250 | $138,490 | 6,840 |
| Cloud Architect | $107,230 | $134,960 | 14,580 |
| Data Scientist | $106,850 | $129,160 | 13,810 |
| Machine Learning Engineer | $106,850 | $129,160 | 13,810 |
| Supply Chain Manager | $105,240 | $139,110 | 8,540 |
| Financial Advisor | $105,200 | $173,590 | 12,200 |
| UX Designer | $104,160 | $129,220 | 2,820 |
| Operations Manager | $103,130 | $158,800 | 172,010 |
| Physical Therapist | $101,380 | $116,650 | 11,710 |
| Project Manager | $100,150 | $128,640 | 36,150 |
| Database Administrator | $100,110 | $130,930 | 2,450 |
| Occupational Therapist | $98,440 | $112,320 | 6,560 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $97,920 | $125,270 | 13,550 |
| Civil Engineer | $97,850 | $122,320 | 15,870 |
| Registered Nurse | $96,430 | $104,730 | 146,520 |
| Business Analyst | $93,830 | $126,500 | 34,420 |
| Technical Writer | $87,620 | $105,300 | 1,330 |
| DevOps Engineer | $86,140 | $105,840 | 7,750 |
| Financial Analyst | $84,460 | $121,470 | 13,310 |
| Dental Hygienist | $80,610 | $99,950 | 7,970 |
| Accountant | $79,000 | $99,990 | 54,290 |
| Tax Manager | $79,000 | $99,990 | 54,290 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $77,060 | $88,660 | 48,370 |
| Radiologic Technologist | $76,050 | $82,080 | 8,090 |
| Investment Banker | $71,840 | $103,900 | 15,510 |
| Plumber | $68,080 | $91,820 | 13,620 |
| Electrician | $67,600 | $95,500 | 22,730 |
| College Professor | $65,400 | $104,910 | 12,100 |
| Paralegal | $63,370 | $78,980 | 14,670 |
| HVAC Technician | $62,400 | $74,620 | 15,880 |
| School Counselor | $60,880 | $78,460 | 13,570 |
| Welder | $52,900 | $61,920 | 17,850 |
| Medical Assistant | $43,920 | $46,490 | 23,050 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest paying jobs in Pennsylvania?
Among the occupations featured on this page, Lawyer has the highest statewide median in Pennsylvania at $157,180 per year, followed by Software Developer at $126,550. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How do prices in Pennsylvania compare with the rest of the country?
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis puts the regional price parity for Pennsylvania at 97.6 for 2024, where the United States is 100. That is 2.4% below the national level. For the metro area covered here: Pittsburgh, PA 94.7.