Data vintage · May 2025 · Ranked by median annual wage
Highest-paying jobs in State College
237 occupations with published wages, ranked
The highest median wage in State College belongs to Chief Executives, at $203,960 per year. The lowest published median is $22,130.
The 25 highest-paying occupations
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chief Executives | $203,960 | 70 | |
| 2 | Dentists, General | $168,340 | 60 | |
| 3 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $150,520 | 70 | |
| 4 | Pharmacists | $135,010 | 110 | |
| 5 | Veterinarians | $131,500 | 60 | |
| 6 | Physician Assistants | $128,480 | 80 | |
| 7 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $128,410 | 260 | |
| 8 | Human Resources Managers | $127,570 | 60 | |
| 9 | Financial Managers | $125,550 | 260 | |
| 10 | Nurse Practitioners | $124,470 | 110 | |
| 11 | Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | $123,640 | 110 | |
| 12 | Natural Sciences Managers | $122,930 | 60 | |
| 13 | Marketing Managers | $122,660 | 90 | |
| 14 | Computer Network Architects | $112,410 | 30 | |
| 15 | Sales Managers | $109,200 | 140 | |
| 16 | Chemists | $107,890 | 50 | |
| 17 | Lawyers | $107,850 | 140 | |
| 18 | Managers, All Other | $105,580 | 180 | |
| 19 | Facilities Managers | $104,440 | 140 | |
| 20 | Industrial Production Managers | $103,700 | 80 | |
| 21 | Software Developers | $103,620 | 450 | |
| 22 | Labor Relations Specialists | $103,460 | 30 | |
| 23 | Medical and Health Services Managers | $102,590 | 320 | |
| 24 | Construction Managers | $101,970 | 90 | |
| 25 | Administrative Services Managers | $99,590 | 60 |
At the other end of the scale
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $22,130 | 150 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $27,490 | 180 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $27,790 | 2,320 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $27,920 | 270 |
| Cashiers | $28,090 | 1,280 |
| Bartenders | $28,100 | 570 |
| Manicurists and Pedicurists | $28,100 | 60 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $28,720 | 280 |
| Dishwashers | $28,950 | 250 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $29,020 | 170 |
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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