May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in State College
State College, PA
237 occupations
Across 237 occupations with published wages in State College, chief executives record the highest median at $203,960 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in State College
| # | 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 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 2,320 | $27,790 |
| Retail Salespersons | 1,710 | $29,240 |
| General and Operations Managers | 1,470 | $91,120 |
| Office Clerks, General | 1,460 | $43,920 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 1,380 | $29,950 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 1,360 | $35,850 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 1,350 | $35,280 |
| Registered Nurses | 1,310 | $81,480 |
| Cashiers | 1,280 | $28,090 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 1,180 | $33,890 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| 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 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.