May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Northeastern Pennsylvania
Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area
350 occupations
Across 350 occupations with published wages in Northeastern Pennsylvania, family medicine physicians record the highest median at $308,840 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Northeastern Pennsylvania
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Retail Salespersons | 4,100 | $29,610 |
| Cashiers | 4,010 | $28,380 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 3,850 | $31,320 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 3,730 | $27,210 |
| General and Operations Managers | 3,310 | $81,180 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 2,740 | $36,260 |
| Registered Nurses | 2,640 | $88,760 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | 2,640 | $56,370 |
| Office Clerks, General | 2,630 | $38,860 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 2,490 | $28,840 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Bartenders | $23,250 | 1,220 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $24,200 | 40 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $25,450 | 210 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $26,900 | 630 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $26,910 | 560 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $27,210 | 3,730 |
| Dishwashers | $27,890 | 530 |
| Cashiers | $28,380 | 4,010 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $28,840 | 2,490 |
| Library Assistants, Clerical | $28,870 | 130 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. 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.