Data vintage · May 2025 · Ranked by median annual wage
Highest-paying jobs in Southwestern Pennsylvania
364 occupations with published wages, ranked
The highest median wage in Southwestern Pennsylvania belongs to Physicians, All Other, at $305,350 per year. The lowest published median is $21,380.
The 25 highest-paying occupations
At the other end of the scale
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Bartenders | $21,380 | 1,260 |
| Library Assistants, Clerical | $22,620 | 90 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $23,570 | 430 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $26,120 | 290 |
| Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other | $26,170 | 40 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $26,890 | 4,180 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $26,890 | 420 |
| Dishwashers | $26,950 | 480 |
| Word Processors and Typists | $27,430 | 40 |
| Animal Caretakers | $27,640 | 190 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Rankings cover only occupations for which a median wage was published; occupations the survey suppressed do not appear. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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