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