Salaries in Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA metro area
Typical pay for 449 jobs in the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA metro area. The median for all workers is $46,330 a year ($22.28 an hour). Click a job for its full pay range.
Median pay, all jobs
$46,330
Median hourly
$22.28
Workers
255,620
vs U.S. median
-9%
Highest paying jobs in Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA
| Job | Median salary | Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Family Medicine Physician | $297,430 | 70 |
| Obstetricians and Gynecologists | $239,200+ | n/a |
| Physicians, All Other | $232,880 | 640 |
| Chief Executive | $216,530 | 270 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $199,800 | n/a |
| Dentists, General | $195,480 | 170 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $156,420 | 210 |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $135,700 | 430 |
| Optometrist | $133,010 | 80 |
| Pharmacist | $130,950 | 570 |
| Marketing Manager | $127,000 | 250 |
| Veterinarian | $126,960 | 100 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $126,820 | 430 |
| Physician Assistant | $126,230 | 310 |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $125,800 | 50 |
Most common jobs in Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA
| Job | Workers | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 10,250 | $37,410 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 9,970 | $29,460 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 9,630 | $42,900 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 6,450 | $27,520 |
| Retail Salesperson | 6,330 | $30,020 |
| General and Operations Managers | 6,010 | $93,820 |
| Registered Nurse | 5,400 | $82,650 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | 5,210 | $57,580 |
| Cashier | 5,200 | $28,380 |
| Office Clerks, General | 4,830 | $43,160 |
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | 4,240 | $48,860 |
| Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators | 3,790 | $37,780 |
| Customer Service Representative | 3,610 | $42,010 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 3,400 | $36,570 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 3,200 | $29,770 |
Compare with statewide pay: salaries in Pennsylvania.
All 449 jobs by category
Management Occupations (27)Business and Financial Operations Occupations (28)Computer and Mathematical Occupations (17)Architecture and Engineering Occupations (19)Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations (13)Community and Social Service Occupations (17)Legal Occupations (6)Educational Instruction and Library Occupations (37)Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations (16)Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations (36)Healthcare Support Occupations (12)Protective Service Occupations (14)Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations (14)Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations (7)Personal Care and Service Occupations (17)Sales and Related Occupations (16)Office and Administrative Support Occupations (42)Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations (1)Construction and Extraction Occupations (21)Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations (21)Production Occupations (50)Transportation and Material Moving Occupations (18)
Management Occupations
Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Computer and Mathematical Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Actuary | $110,300 | $53.03 | 40 |
| Computer Network Architect | $114,570 | $55.08 | 90 |
| Computer Network Support Specialist | $59,900 | $28.80 | 120 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $93,830 | $45.11 | 360 |
| Computer Programmer | $88,180 | $42.39 | 130 |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $84,820 | $40.78 | 540 |
| Computer User Support Specialist | $54,010 | $25.97 | 810 |
| Data Scientist | $84,750 | $40.74 | 200 |
| Database Administrator | $79,730 | $38.33 | 50 |
| Database Architect | $120,890 | $58.12 | 30 |
| Information Security Analyst | $100,210 | $48.18 | 70 |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrators | $81,160 | $39.02 | 240 |
| Operations Research Analyst | $59,470 | $28.59 | n/a |
| Software Developer | $119,960 | $57.67 | 730 |
| Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers | $85,610 | $41.16 | 50 |
| Web and Digital Interface Designers | $68,580 | $32.97 | 40 |
| Web Developer | $74,960 | $36.04 | 50 |
Architecture and Engineering Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architects, Except Landscape and Naval | $80,870 | $38.88 | 130 |
| Architectural and Civil Drafters | $63,180 | $30.38 | 140 |
| Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $55,390 | $26.63 | 60 |
| Civil Engineer | $95,730 | $46.02 | 450 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $82,150 | $39.50 | 130 |
| Electrical and Electronics Drafters | $100,090 | $48.12 | 30 |
| Electrical Engineer | $103,640 | $49.83 | 120 |
| Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | $63,630 | $30.59 | 40 |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $125,800 | $60.48 | 50 |
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | $46,760 | $22.48 | 70 |
| Engineers, All Other | $96,410 | $46.35 | 90 |
| Environmental Engineer | $85,420 | $41.07 | 50 |
| Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $56,190 | $27.01 | 60 |
| Industrial Engineer | $93,100 | $44.76 | 510 |
| Mechanical Drafter | $59,270 | $28.49 | 130 |
| Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $51,440 | $24.73 | 50 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $83,920 | $40.35 | 360 |
| Surveying and Mapping Technicians | $55,900 | $26.88 | 40 |
| Surveyor | $72,800 | $35.00 | 50 |
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biological Technician | $47,110 | $22.65 | n/a |
| Chemical Technician | $61,740 | $29.68 | 60 |
| Chemist | $88,530 | $42.56 | 80 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $91,410 | $43.95 | 90 |
| Conservation Scientist | $54,250 | $26.08 | 30 |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | $65,870 | $31.67 | 80 |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $78,690 | $37.83 | 70 |
| Food Science Technician | $54,570 | $26.24 | 50 |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $55,050 | $26.47 | 60 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $79,910 | $38.42 | 100 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | $82,220 | $39.53 | 180 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Technicians | $60,430 | $29.06 | 110 |
| School Psychologist | $93,570 | $44.99 | 50 |
Community and Social Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $45,820 | $22.03 | 590 |
| Clergy | $51,670 | $24.84 | 100 |
| Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other | $51,560 | $24.79 | n/a |
| Community Health Worker | $49,660 | $23.87 | 80 |
| Counselors, All Other | $64,500 | $31.01 | 70 |
| Directors, Religious Activities and Education | $50,820 | $24.43 | 90 |
| Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors | $59,220 | $28.47 | 620 |
| Health Education Specialist | $71,860 | $34.55 | 110 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $61,590 | $29.61 | 340 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $79,300 | $38.13 | 90 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $45,670 | $21.96 | 190 |
| Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists | $61,710 | $29.67 | 220 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $53,940 | $25.93 | 250 |
| Religious Workers, All Other | $34,580 | $16.63 | 50 |
| Social and Human Service Assistants | $42,310 | $20.34 | 1,080 |
| Social Workers, All Other | $61,230 | $29.44 | n/a |
| Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors | $46,810 | $22.50 | 1,470 |
Legal Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers | $109,470 | $52.63 | 50 |
| Judicial Law Clerk | $48,880 | $23.50 | 60 |
| Lawyer | $100,420 | $48.28 | 810 |
| Legal Support Workers, All Other | $62,690 | $30.14 | 40 |
| Paralegals and Legal Assistants | $57,600 | $27.69 | 400 |
| Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers | $53,230 | $25.59 | 70 |
Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audio and Video Technicians | $50,760 | $24.41 | 70 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $47,320 | $22.75 | 40 |
| Broadcast Technician | $58,230 | $28.00 | 40 |
| Coaches and Scouts | $46,880 | — | 250 |
| Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners | $55,700 | $26.78 | 40 |
| Editor | $60,110 | $28.90 | 60 |
| Film and Video Editors | $52,850 | $25.41 | 30 |
| Floral Designer | $35,560 | $17.10 | 80 |
| Graphic Designer | $54,950 | $26.42 | 250 |
| Interior Designer | $60,690 | $29.18 | 40 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $36,250 | $17.43 | 150 |
| Music Directors and Composers | $73,610 | $35.39 | 40 |
| Photographer | $43,060 | $20.70 | 60 |
| Producers and Directors | $61,660 | $29.64 | 140 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $51,730 | $24.87 | 290 |
| Technical Writer | $71,580 | $34.41 | 30 |
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Healthcare Support Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Assistant | $47,220 | $22.70 | 450 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $42,830 | $20.59 | 190 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $29,460 | $14.16 | 9,970 |
| Massage Therapist | $58,380 | $28.07 | 110 |
| Medical Assistant | $42,760 | $20.56 | 840 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $45,760 | $22.00 | 160 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $44,730 | $21.51 | 30 |
| Nursing Assistant | $43,980 | $21.14 | 3,080 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $63,740 | $30.64 | 70 |
| Phlebotomist | $39,250 | $18.87 | 240 |
| Physical Therapist Aide | $31,840 | $15.31 | 50 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $60,520 | $29.10 | 200 |
Protective Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Correctional Officers and Jailers | $61,800 | $29.71 | 870 |
| Crossing Guards and Flaggers | $34,580 | $16.63 | 560 |
| Detectives and Criminal Investigators | $81,500 | $39.18 | 140 |
| Firefighter | $60,410 | $29.04 | 190 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers | $97,090 | $46.68 | 60 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers | $78,040 | $37.52 | 40 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives | $91,730 | $44.10 | 260 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All Other | $53,750 | $25.84 | 50 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $26,530 | $12.76 | 170 |
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | $72,210 | $34.72 | 1,360 |
| Private Detectives and Investigators | $43,420 | $20.87 | 40 |
| Protective Service Workers, All Other | $35,650 | $17.14 | 200 |
| Security Guard | $35,160 | $16.90 | 2,070 |
| Transportation Security Screener | $63,130 | $30.35 | 30 |
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bartender | $28,010 | $13.47 | 1,530 |
| Chefs and Head Cooks | $60,750 | $29.21 | 450 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $27,840 | $13.39 | 340 |
| Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria | $35,320 | $16.98 | 1,080 |
| Cooks, Restaurant | $34,870 | $16.76 | 2,170 |
| Cooks, Short Order | $28,290 | $13.60 | 120 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $27,720 | $13.33 | 690 |
| Dishwasher | $28,100 | $13.51 | 790 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $27,520 | $13.23 | 6,450 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers | $38,830 | $18.67 | 1,580 |
| Food Preparation Worker | $29,210 | $14.05 | 940 |
| Food Servers, Nonrestaurant | $30,600 | $14.71 | 490 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $28,130 | $13.52 | 620 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $29,770 | $14.31 | 3,200 |
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers | $46,490 | $22.35 | 290 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers | $46,450 | $22.33 | 200 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $36,570 | $17.58 | 3,400 |
| Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers | $37,330 | $17.95 | 1,330 |
| Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $29,950 | $14.40 | 1,080 |
| Pest Control Worker | $45,740 | $21.99 | 80 |
| Tree Trimmers and Pruners | $49,130 | $23.62 | 60 |
Personal Care and Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $23,260 | $11.19 | 680 |
| Animal Caretaker | $31,190 | $15.00 | 250 |
| Childcare Worker | $30,630 | $14.72 | 600 |
| Concierge | $37,900 | $18.22 | 50 |
| Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | $45,590 | $21.92 | 300 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services | $47,100 | $22.64 | 140 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers | $47,490 | $22.83 | 390 |
| Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists | $35,540 | $17.09 | 670 |
| Manicurists and Pedicurists | $28,700 | $13.80 | 240 |
| Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers | $62,040 | $29.83 | 60 |
| Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other | $35,560 | $17.10 | 80 |
| Recreation Worker | $34,580 | $16.63 | 440 |
| Residential Advisor | $39,420 | $18.95 | 240 |
| Shampooer | $19,690 | $9.46 | 120 |
| Skincare Specialist | $42,650 | $20.51 | 60 |
| Tour and Travel Guides | $30,160 | $14.50 | 50 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $22,920 | $11.02 | 200 |
Sales and Related Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advertising Sales Agent | $46,990 | $22.59 | 90 |
| Cashier | $28,380 | $13.64 | 5,200 |
| Counter and Rental Clerks | $39,580 | $19.03 | 470 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers | $77,500 | $37.26 | 210 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers | $46,280 | $22.25 | 1,860 |
| Insurance Sales Agent | $49,880 | $23.98 | 650 |
| Parts Salesperson | $39,500 | $18.99 | 440 |
| Real Estate Sales Agent | $50,660 | $24.36 | n/a |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,020 | $14.43 | 6,330 |
| Sales and Related Workers, All Other | $40,340 | $19.39 | 100 |
| Sales Engineer | $93,500 | $44.95 | 50 |
| Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel | $56,330 | $27.08 | 1,070 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products | $61,340 | $29.49 | 2,040 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products | $75,460 | $36.28 | 120 |
| Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents | $62,150 | $29.88 | 450 |
| Travel Agent | $39,810 | $19.14 | 80 |
Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse | $33,170 | $15.95 | 90 |
Construction and Extraction Occupations
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Production Occupations
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants | $30,570 | $14.70 | 110 |
| Bus Drivers, School | $45,010 | $21.64 | 1,060 |
| Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity | $49,310 | $23.71 | 260 |
| Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment | $32,290 | $15.52 | 520 |
| Crane and Tower Operators | $71,770 | $34.51 | 50 |
| Driver/Sales Worker | $46,430 | $22.32 | 630 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors | $65,030 | $31.26 | 1,610 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $57,580 | $27.68 | 5,210 |
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | $48,860 | $23.49 | 4,240 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | $42,900 | $20.63 | 9,630 |
| Light Truck Driver | $43,110 | $20.73 | 2,200 |
| Machine Feeders and Offbearers | $33,400 | $16.06 | 170 |
| Motor Vehicle Operators, All Other | $32,100 | $15.43 | 30 |
| Packers and Packagers, Hand | $37,430 | $18.00 | 2,080 |
| Parking Attendant | $28,360 | $13.64 | 130 |
| Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors | $45,960 | $22.10 | 340 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $29,970 | $14.41 | 560 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $37,410 | $17.99 | 10,250 |