Local career market · BLS OEWS May 2025 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD
Careers in Philadelphia, PA: pay and employment for 668 occupations.
BLS reports occupational wages for the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metropolitan statistical area (CBSA 37980), which includes Philadelphia, Camden and Wilmington and surrounding communities. Figures describe that whole area, not Philadelphia city limits. It spans Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland.
Quick answer
In the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metropolitan area (CBSA 37980), BLS OEWS counted 2,897,830 jobs in May 2025, with a median annual wage of $54,310 across all occupations. Among occupations whose local estimate meets the reliability rule, the highest medians are Family Medicine Physician ($294,430), CEO ($292,770), Physicians, All Other ($245,810). The largest occupations are Home Health and Personal Care Aides (158,280), Registered Nurse (73,790), Fast Food and Counter Workers (69,080).
Data Separately, BEA puts 2024 price levels across the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metropolitan area at 102.6 (U.S. = 100): prices for the average consumer are about 3% above the national level. That is context, not an adjusted salary. Cost of living in Philadelphia, PA.
At a glance
Highest-paying, largest and no-degree careers
Data Rankings use only occupations whose local estimate passes the reliability rule (500+ jobs, employment PRSE ≤ 20%, mean-wage PRSE ≤ 10%, non-degenerate distribution).
Highest-paying
- Family Medicine Physician$294,430 median · 1,790 employed
- CEO$292,770 median · 4,120 employed
- Physicians, All Other$245,810 median · 11,380 employed
- Pediatrician$226,440 median · 870 employed
- Airline Pilot$180,330 median · 1,760 employed
- IT Manager$173,470 median · 15,090 employed
- Natural Sciences Managers$172,900 median · 5,510 employed
- Architectural and Engineering Managers$171,140 median · 5,060 employed
- Lawyer$170,660 median · 19,040 employed
- Financial Manager$166,920 median · 18,520 employed
Largest occupations
- Home Health and Personal Care Aides158,280 employed · $29,800 median
- Registered Nurse73,790 employed · $101,180 median
- Fast Food and Counter Workers69,080 employed · $32,220 median
- Operations Manager68,730 employed · $121,630 median
- Sales Associate63,990 employed · $34,810 median
- Cashier54,100 employed · $33,050 median
- Material Handler51,100 employed · $43,460 median
- Stocker45,770 employed · $36,800 median
- Office Clerks, General45,660 employed · $47,060 median
- Server41,900 employed · $36,570 median
Highest-paying without a bachelor's degree
BLS typical entry-level education (national).
- Elevator Mechanic$132,640 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers$121,570 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$119,540 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- Lineman$119,460 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers$105,580 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- Ironworker$103,330 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers$98,300 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers$96,540 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers$95,840 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers$92,510 median · High school diploma or equivalent
Salary pages
Detailed pay for popular careers in Philadelphia, PA
Dental Hygienist$100,820 medianCRNA$238,540 medianLPN$70,710 medianMedical Assistant$45,890 medianPhysical Therapist$105,790 medianNurse Practitioner$135,700 medianParalegal$70,430 medianPharmacy Technician$44,880 medianPharmacist$148,740 medianRegistered Nurse$101,180 medianElectrician$74,590 medianPhysician Assistant$135,640 medianCNA$46,220 medianDental Assistant$49,570 medianProject Manager$104,160 medianSterile Processing Technician$50,370 medianLawyer$170,660 medianDentist$163,390 medianOccupational Therapist$103,140 medianSurgical Tech$69,650 medianAccountant$85,990 medianMRI Tech$98,620 medianOperations Manager$121,630 medianRadiology Tech$80,190 medianPhlebotomist$47,370 medianRadiologist$452,940 medianOptometrist$153,980 medianWelder$58,380 medianAir Traffic Controller$198,590 medianRespiratory Therapist$88,790 medianVeterinarian$139,810 medianData Scientist$109,910 medianPediatrician$226,440 medianRadiation Therapist$119,960 medianUX Designer$104,840 medianMarketing Manager$166,310 medianSchool Psychologist$82,190 medianHR Manager$154,490 medianProperty Manager$74,280 medianExecutive Assistant$79,490 medianAdministrative Assistant$48,850 medianOffice Manager$72,700 median
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All 668 occupations
Data Occupations with 100+ jobs in the metro. Outlook is the BLS national projection; BLS publishes no metro projections in this dataset.
| Occupation | Mean (metro) | Typical entry education | U.S. outlook 2025–35 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home Health and Personal Care AidesSOC 31-1120 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $29,800U.S. $35,800 | $32,250 | 158,280 | n/a | n/a |
| Registered NurseSOC 29-1141 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $101,180U.S. $97,550 | $101,400 | 73,790 | Bachelor's degree | +5.6% |
| Fast Food and Counter WorkersSOC 35-3023 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $32,220U.S. $31,200 | $31,880 | 69,080 | No formal educational credential | +5.8% |
| Operations ManagerSOC 11-1021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $121,630U.S. $105,770 | $145,650 | 68,730 | Bachelor's degree | +5.0% |
| Sales AssociateSOC 41-2031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $34,810U.S. $35,410 | $36,970 | 63,990 | No formal educational credential | -0.3% |
| CashierSOC 41-2011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $33,050U.S. $32,880 | $32,970 | 54,100 | No formal educational credential | -6.5% |
| Material HandlerSOC 53-7062 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $43,460U.S. $40,240 | $43,930 | 51,100 | No formal educational credential | +1.8% |
| StockerSOC 53-7065 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $36,800U.S. $37,330 | $39,140 | 45,770 | No formal educational credential | +8.9% |
| Office Clerks, GeneralSOC 43-9061 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $47,060U.S. $45,010 | $48,560 | 45,660 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.0% |
| ServerSOC 35-3031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $36,570U.S. $35,230 | $41,390 | 41,900 | No formal educational credential | +2.0% |
| Customer Service RepresentativeSOC 43-4051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $47,070U.S. $44,770 | $49,100 | 41,740 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.3% |
| JanitorSOC 37-2011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $36,930U.S. $36,840 | $39,610 | 40,790 | No formal educational credential | +2.2% |
| Administrative AssistantSOC 43-6014 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $48,850U.S. $47,540 | $50,280 | 32,850 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.0% |
| Truck DriverSOC 53-3032 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $59,370U.S. $58,640 | $62,060 | 32,220 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.8% |
| CNASOC 31-1131 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $46,220U.S. $42,260 | $45,820 | 30,680 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +2.6% |
| AccountantSOC 13-2011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $85,990U.S. $83,680 | $96,100 | 29,370 | Bachelor's degree | +5.0% |
| Office ManagerSOC 43-1011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $72,700U.S. $69,500 | $74,920 | 28,900 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.1% |
| Software EngineerSOC 15-1252 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $133,040U.S. $135,980 | $136,050 | 28,480 | Bachelor's degree | +10.2% |
| Teaching Assistants, Except PostsecondarySOC 25-9045 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $36,080U.S. $36,780 | $36,610 | 26,990 | n/a | n/a |
| High School TeacherSOC 25-2031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $80,560U.S. $72,040 | $81,030 | 25,460 | Bachelor's degree | -0.2% |
| Security GuardSOC 33-9032 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $37,450U.S. $38,020 | $42,180 | 25,460 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.9% |
| Line CookSOC 35-2014 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $38,270U.S. $37,390 | $38,970 | 24,220 | No formal educational credential | +12.1% |
| Elementary School TeacherSOC 25-2021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $78,570U.S. $63,970 | $78,650 | 23,380 | Bachelor's degree | -0.4% |
| Packers and Packagers, HandSOC 53-7064 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $43,970U.S. $36,280 | $41,280 | 23,180 | No formal educational credential | -5.0% |
| BookkeeperSOC 43-3031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $52,710U.S. $50,670 | $55,250 | 22,660 | Some college, no degree | -5.6% |
| Maintenance TechnicianSOC 49-9071 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $50,200U.S. $49,590 | $54,640 | 22,470 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.2% |
| ReceptionistSOC 43-4171 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $38,030U.S. $38,010 | $39,130 | 22,210 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.7% |
| Delivery DriverSOC 53-3033 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $45,740U.S. $44,860 | $50,860 | 20,930 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.3% |
| Store ManagerSOC 41-1011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $50,130U.S. $48,520 | $55,480 | 19,450 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.7% |
| Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and TravelSOC 41-3091 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $71,020U.S. $69,990 | $81,130 | 19,260 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.7% |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific ProductsSOC 41-4012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $76,580U.S. $72,080 | $87,700 | 19,060 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.9% |
| LawyerSOC 23-1011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $170,660U.S. $159,670 | $186,600 | 19,040 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.7% |
| Financial ManagerSOC 11-3031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $166,920U.S. $166,570 | $185,750 | 18,520 | Bachelor's degree | +9.7% |
| LandscaperSOC 37-3011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $42,130U.S. $39,150 | $43,240 | 17,700 | No formal educational credential | +4.7% |
| Marketing SpecialistSOC 13-1161 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $79,420U.S. $78,760 | $89,290 | 17,600 | Bachelor's degree | +7.0% |
| Project ManagerSOC 13-1082 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $104,160U.S. $102,320 | $113,080 | 17,210 | Bachelor's degree | +6.7% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving WorkersSOC 35-1012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $46,580U.S. $44,080 | $48,770 | 16,380 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.4% |
| Business Operations Specialists, All OtherSOC 13-1199 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $86,900U.S. $83,050 | $97,360 | 16,370 | Bachelor's degree | +3.9% |
| RecruiterSOC 13-1071 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $76,700U.S. $75,940 | $84,290 | 16,000 | Bachelor's degree | +6.4% |
| LPNSOC 29-2061 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $70,710U.S. $64,400 | $70,900 | 15,920 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.0% |
| Forklift OperatorSOC 53-7051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $49,260U.S. $46,420 | $51,530 | 15,670 | No formal educational credential | +1.5% |
| Medical SecretarySOC 43-6013 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $47,120U.S. $45,930 | $48,130 | 15,550 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.8% |
| Management ConsultantSOC 13-1111 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $100,920U.S. $101,860 | $109,970 | 15,460 | Bachelor's degree | +10.1% |
| Preschool TeacherSOC 25-2011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $36,750U.S. $38,140 | $41,250 | 15,260 | Associate's degree | +4.5% |
| IT ManagerSOC 11-3021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $173,470U.S. $175,140 | $183,600 | 15,090 | Bachelor's degree | +15.8% |
| Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health CounselorsSOC 21-1018 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $58,140U.S. $59,350 | $60,500 | 14,920 | n/a | n/a |
| Construction WorkerSOC 47-2061 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $55,120U.S. $47,120 | $58,940 | 14,580 | No formal educational credential | +7.3% |
| CarpenterSOC 47-2031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $61,780U.S. $60,580 | $65,930 | 14,260 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.9% |
| BartenderSOC 35-3011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $36,040U.S. $34,340 | $41,320 | 14,210 | No formal educational credential | +5.0% |
| Miscellaneous Assemblers and FabricatorsSOC 51-2090 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $42,240U.S. $44,650 | $44,560 | 14,100 | n/a | n/a |
| Hospital AdministratorSOC 11-9111 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $122,920U.S. $123,860 | $135,290 | 14,060 | Bachelor's degree | +24.2% |
| Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory ClerksSOC 43-5071 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $46,140U.S. $45,260 | $47,750 | 13,820 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.6% |
| Police OfficerSOC 33-3051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $89,580U.S. $76,210 | $86,910 | 13,160 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.5% |
| Medical AssistantSOC 31-9092 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $45,890U.S. $45,690 | $45,730 | 13,150 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +12.9% |
| Middle School TeacherSOC 25-2022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $78,130U.S. $64,370 | $76,870 | 13,090 | Bachelor's degree | -0.4% |
| IT Support SpecialistSOC 15-1232 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $62,210U.S. $61,860 | $66,780 | 12,850 | Some college, no degree | -3.5% |
| MechanicSOC 49-3023 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $58,460U.S. $50,620 | $58,620 | 12,700 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.0% |
| Managers, All OtherSOC 11-9199 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $140,750U.S. $141,900 | $152,210 | 12,300 | Bachelor's degree | +4.9% |
| Social and Human Service AssistantsSOC 21-1093 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $45,370U.S. $45,930 | $46,810 | 12,160 | High school diploma or equivalent | +7.4% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling SupervisorsSOC 53-1047 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $62,820U.S. $62,890 | $66,140 | 12,050 | n/a | n/a |
| Physicians, All OtherSOC 29-1229 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $245,810U.S. $265,930 | $245,190 | 11,380 | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.4% |
| HousekeeperSOC 37-2012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $35,550U.S. $35,510 | $36,130 | 11,330 | No formal educational credential | +0.6% |
| Health Specialties Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1071 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $108,150U.S. $107,310 | $139,900 | 11,210 | Doctoral or professional degree | +17.9% |
| Substitute TeacherSOC 25-3031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $45,680U.S. $41,670 | $44,980 | 11,210 | Bachelor's degree | +2.0% |
| ParalegalSOC 23-2011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $70,430U.S. $62,890 | $72,410 | 11,150 | Associate's degree | -0.3% |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender HelpersSOC 35-9011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $32,220U.S. $33,980 | $31,960 | 10,990 | No formal educational credential | +5.3% |
| Food Preparation WorkersSOC 35-2021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $34,560U.S. $35,320 | $34,950 | 10,780 | No formal educational credential | -3.0% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction WorkersSOC 47-1011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $95,840U.S. $79,920 | $99,420 | 10,700 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.0% |
| Sales ManagerSOC 11-2022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $156,500U.S. $148,270 | $171,530 | 10,200 | Bachelor's degree | +4.5% |
| ElectricianSOC 47-2111 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $74,590U.S. $63,190 | $81,720 | 10,090 | High school diploma or equivalent | +9.2% |
| Financial AnalystSOC 13-2051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $95,400U.S. $102,740 | $106,030 | 10,050 | Bachelor's degree | +7.2% |
| CosmetologistSOC 39-5012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $37,320U.S. $35,790 | $43,990 | 9,960 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +7.7% |
| Cooks, Institution and CafeteriaSOC 35-2012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $38,870U.S. $37,450 | $39,980 | 9,810 | No formal educational credential | +2.8% |
| Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales AgentsSOC 41-3031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $77,760U.S. $78,660 | $98,480 | 9,700 | Bachelor's degree | +1.4% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating WorkersSOC 51-1011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $79,520U.S. $74,450 | $82,610 | 9,460 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.8% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and RepairersSOC 49-1011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $85,870U.S. $79,860 | $88,670 | 9,350 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.1% |
| Buyers and Purchasing AgentsSOC 13-1020 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $81,470U.S. $77,710 | $88,520 | 9,170 | n/a | n/a |
| Pharmacy TechnicianSOC 29-2052 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $44,880U.S. $45,750 | $43,920 | 9,030 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.4% |
| School Bus DriverSOC 53-3051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $51,960U.S. $47,920 | $52,890 | 8,980 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.7% |
| HostSOC 35-9031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $32,220U.S. $31,200 | $31,820 | 8,960 | No formal educational credential | +3.4% |
| DishwasherSOC 35-9021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $33,270U.S. $34,810 | $32,750 | 8,900 | No formal educational credential | -1.0% |
| Self-Enrichment TeachersSOC 25-3021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $46,650U.S. $46,800 | $50,630 | 8,680 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.5% |
| HVAC TechnicianSOC 49-9021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $64,580U.S. $61,010 | $69,440 | 8,610 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +10.9% |
| Computer Systems AnalystSOC 15-1211 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $105,050U.S. $105,850 | $110,590 | 8,520 | Bachelor's degree | +7.9% |
| InspectorSOC 51-9061 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $51,990U.S. $48,570 | $56,720 | 8,520 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| Insurance AgentSOC 41-3021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $81,540U.S. $62,280 | $100,240 | 8,480 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.3% |
| Compliance OfficerSOC 13-1041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $83,000U.S. $80,730 | $90,710 | 8,370 | Bachelor's degree | +3.8% |
| Amusement and Recreation AttendantsSOC 39-3091 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $32,220U.S. $32,150 | $30,810 | 8,290 | No formal educational credential | +3.7% |
| Marketing ManagerSOC 11-2021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $166,310U.S. $166,790 | $172,890 | 8,270 | Bachelor's degree | +6.9% |
| Medical ScientistSOC 19-1042 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $102,950U.S. $103,410 | $122,780 | 8,020 | Doctoral or professional degree | +12.6% |
| Training SpecialistSOC 13-1151 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $76,710U.S. $69,280 | $82,160 | 7,980 | Bachelor's degree | +10.8% |
| Daycare WorkerSOC 39-9011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $34,520U.S. $34,980 | $34,820 | 7,960 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.0% |
| PrincipalSOC 11-9032 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $129,130U.S. $105,870 | $128,820 | 7,890 | Master's degree | -0.3% |
| Personal TrainerSOC 39-9031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $48,040U.S. $47,160 | $52,320 | 7,820 | High school diploma or equivalent | +7.3% |
| Billing and Posting ClerksSOC 43-3021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $50,190U.S. $48,500 | $52,740 | 7,650 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.1% |
| Food ServerSOC 35-3041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $33,300U.S. $35,360 | $34,650 | 7,610 | No formal educational credential | +4.5% |
| Financial AdvisorSOC 13-2052 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $116,560U.S. $105,070 | $169,850 | 7,390 | Bachelor's degree | +1.4% |
| Computer Occupations, All OtherSOC 15-1299 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $121,990U.S. $116,580 | $122,460 | 7,360 | Bachelor's degree | +5.1% |
| Nail TechSOC 39-5092 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $31,200U.S. $35,760 | $29,810 | 7,320 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +9.2% |
| Executive AssistantSOC 43-6011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $79,490U.S. $76,590 | $81,040 | 7,150 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.0% |
| PlumberSOC 47-2152 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $74,860U.S. $63,800 | $83,660 | 7,150 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.8% |
| School CounselorSOC 21-1012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $66,190U.S. $64,330 | $72,190 | 7,050 | Master's degree | +2.9% |
| Claims AdjusterSOC 13-1031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $81,560U.S. $78,000 | $88,080 | 6,850 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.5% |
| Child, Family, and School Social WorkersSOC 21-1021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $55,930U.S. $59,550 | $60,400 | 6,850 | Bachelor's degree | +4.4% |
| Nurse PractitionerSOC 29-1171 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $135,700U.S. $132,300 | $139,700 | 6,590 | Master's degree | +41.0% |
| Mail CarrierSOC 43-5052 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $61,480U.S. $60,550 | $63,420 | 6,560 | No formal educational credential | -0.3% |
| Dental AssistantSOC 31-9091 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $49,570U.S. $48,070 | $52,220 | 6,510 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +7.4% |
| Data ScientistSOC 15-2051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $109,910U.S. $120,230 | $121,630 | 6,480 | Bachelor's degree | +34.6% |
| PharmacistSOC 29-1051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $148,740U.S. $140,910 | $143,930 | 6,460 | Doctoral or professional degree | +5.2% |
| Shuttle Drivers and ChauffeursSOC 53-3053 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $36,760U.S. $37,290 | $38,470 | 6,390 | No formal educational credential | +7.1% |
| Physical TherapistSOC 29-1123 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $105,790U.S. $102,760 | $107,920 | 6,250 | Doctoral or professional degree | +11.9% |
| Industrial EngineerSOC 17-2112 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $103,370U.S. $102,440 | $113,410 | 6,170 | Bachelor's degree | +12.4% |
| Civil EngineerSOC 17-2051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $99,410U.S. $100,840 | $105,810 | 6,160 | Bachelor's degree | +6.4% |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and TechniciansSOC 29-2010 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $59,790U.S. $62,930 | $64,930 | 6,150 | n/a | n/a |
| Driver/Sales WorkersSOC 53-3031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $37,520U.S. $38,770 | $39,310 | 6,080 | High school diploma or equivalent | +7.9% |
| Bank TellerSOC 43-3071 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $45,130U.S. $43,030 | $44,370 | 6,010 | High school diploma or equivalent | -13.2% |
| Special Education TeacherSOC 25-2058 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $79,760U.S. $74,260 | $79,870 | 5,790 | Bachelor's degree | -0.2% |
| Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and TendersSOC 51-9111 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $44,340U.S. $43,220 | $44,920 | 5,770 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.1% |
| ChefSOC 35-1011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $65,680U.S. $62,470 | $71,310 | 5,700 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.6% |
| Cleaners of Vehicles and EquipmentSOC 53-7061 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $35,160U.S. $35,830 | $37,060 | 5,680 | No formal educational credential | +3.9% |
| Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary SchoolSOC 25-2052 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $74,290U.S. $65,120 | $75,600 | 5,660 | n/a | n/a |
| Heavy Equipment OperatorSOC 47-2073 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $66,810U.S. $59,850 | $75,200 | 5,620 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.6% |
| Counter and Rental ClerksSOC 41-2021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $45,310U.S. $41,300 | $46,650 | 5,600 | No formal educational credential | +3.0% |
| Correctional OfficerSOC 33-3012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $67,200U.S. $58,940 | $69,420 | 5,570 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.4% |
| Natural Sciences ManagersSOC 11-9121 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $172,900U.S. $167,220 | $182,940 | 5,510 | Bachelor's degree | +8.2% |
| Industrial Machinery MechanicsSOC 49-9041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $70,340U.S. $64,520 | $71,910 | 5,500 | High school diploma or equivalent | +17.8% |
| ZookeeperSOC 39-2021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $34,970U.S. $35,360 | $37,340 | 5,480 | High school diploma or equivalent | +12.1% |
| Property ManagerSOC 11-9141 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $74,280U.S. $69,990 | $89,480 | 5,370 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.7% |
| Social and Community Service ManagersSOC 11-9151 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $80,810U.S. $80,390 | $88,750 | 5,320 | Bachelor's degree | +7.2% |
| Public Relations SpecialistSOC 27-3031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $64,550U.S. $74,750 | $73,330 | 5,220 | Bachelor's degree | +1.8% |
| Recreation WorkersSOC 39-9032 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $35,710U.S. $36,560 | $39,410 | 5,160 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.3% |
| Architectural and Engineering ManagersSOC 11-9041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $171,140U.S. $171,270 | $179,480 | 5,060 | Bachelor's degree | +5.5% |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All OtherSOC 29-2099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $49,370U.S. $50,290 | $60,180 | 5,000 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.9% |
| EMTSOC 29-2042 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $47,790U.S. $44,470 | $50,640 | 4,970 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.8% |
| Mechanical EngineerSOC 17-2141 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $104,410U.S. $104,110 | $112,030 | 4,850 | Bachelor's degree | +11.2% |
| Food Service ManagerSOC 11-9051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $75,070U.S. $69,390 | $77,430 | 4,740 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.8% |
| LogisticianSOC 13-1081 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $86,900U.S. $82,320 | $91,250 | 4,670 | Bachelor's degree | +17.6% |
| Loan OfficerSOC 13-2072 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $77,590U.S. $76,690 | $86,920 | 4,660 | Bachelor's degree | +1.1% |
| WelderSOC 51-4121 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $58,380U.S. $53,750 | $60,650 | 4,630 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.4% |
| Eligibility Interviewers, Government ProgramsSOC 43-4061 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $60,960U.S. $54,210 | $61,300 | 4,620 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.6% |
| Psychiatric TechnicianSOC 29-2053 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $46,920U.S. $45,130 | $47,780 | 4,560 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +22.3% |
| ChemistSOC 19-2031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $95,440U.S. $91,240 | $103,090 | 4,520 | Bachelor's degree | +6.4% |
| Diesel MechanicSOC 49-3031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $64,550U.S. $61,770 | $66,580 | 4,490 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.6% |
| BakerSOC 51-3011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $37,770U.S. $37,160 | $39,230 | 4,410 | No formal educational credential | +5.5% |
| Education Administrators, PostsecondarySOC 11-9033 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $117,980U.S. $104,590 | $140,720 | 4,330 | Master's degree | +1.8% |
| Crossing Guards and FlaggersSOC 33-9091 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $37,350U.S. $38,100 | $41,010 | 4,300 | No formal educational credential | +3.5% |
| Parts SalespersonsSOC 41-2022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $40,860U.S. $38,630 | $44,770 | 4,300 | No formal educational credential | +3.0% |
| Transportation, Storage, and Distribution ManagersSOC 11-3071 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $121,570U.S. $107,230 | $132,170 | 4,270 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.1% |
| HR ManagerSOC 11-3121 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $154,490U.S. $149,280 | $165,250 | 4,190 | Bachelor's degree | +5.5% |
| Cost EstimatorSOC 13-1051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $79,880U.S. $78,740 | $87,290 | 4,190 | Bachelor's degree | -3.1% |
| Healthcare Social WorkerSOC 21-1022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $65,990U.S. $67,880 | $69,910 | 4,190 | Master's degree | +8.5% |
| Dental HygienistSOC 29-1292 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $100,820U.S. $98,100 | $98,510 | 4,180 | Associate's degree | +8.0% |
| Instructional DesignerSOC 25-9031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $78,400U.S. $77,440 | $80,150 | 4,170 | Master's degree | +1.6% |
| Radiology TechSOC 29-2034 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $80,190U.S. $80,110 | $83,330 | 4,130 | Associate's degree | +5.0% |
| CEOSOC 11-1011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $292,770U.S. $213,990 | $338,450 | 4,120 | Bachelor's degree | +3.2% |
| Chemical Equipment Operators and TendersSOC 51-9011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $60,410U.S. $58,040 | $62,100 | 4,110 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.6% |
| Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and FinishersSOC 51-2028 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $47,570U.S. $45,850 | $48,750 | 4,060 | n/a | n/a |
| System AdministratorSOC 15-1244 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $100,460U.S. $99,130 | $104,380 | 4,050 | Bachelor's degree | -4.1% |
| Cooks, Fast FoodSOC 35-2011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $32,220U.S. $30,890 | $34,630 | 4,010 | No formal educational credential | +0.6% |
| FirefighterSOC 33-2011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $78,050U.S. $59,280 | $74,200 | 3,970 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.7% |
| Legal Secretaries and Administrative AssistantsSOC 43-6012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $56,480U.S. $55,570 | $62,220 | 3,930 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.2% |
| Industrial Production ManagerSOC 11-3051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $126,160U.S. $126,060 | $134,670 | 3,910 | Bachelor's degree | +2.6% |
| Bill and Account CollectorsSOC 43-3011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $49,110U.S. $47,030 | $52,160 | 3,840 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.4% |
| Production, Planning, and Expediting ClerksSOC 43-5061 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $61,710U.S. $59,650 | $63,320 | 3,810 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.3% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales WorkersSOC 41-1012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $92,510U.S. $87,520 | $99,410 | 3,740 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.5% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service WorkersSOC 39-1022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $51,560U.S. $48,590 | $54,240 | 3,730 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.3% |
| Coaches and ScoutsSOC 27-2022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $56,770U.S. $47,320 | $70,870 | 3,650 | Bachelor's degree | +6.1% |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific ProductsSOC 41-4011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $121,180U.S. $104,920 | $122,330 | 3,620 | Bachelor's degree | +1.2% |
| Electrical EngineerSOC 17-2071 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $127,730U.S. $120,630 | $128,610 | 3,520 | Bachelor's degree | +9.9% |
| Administrative Services ManagersSOC 11-3012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $124,850U.S. $114,130 | $135,580 | 3,490 | Bachelor's degree | +5.2% |
| Insurance Claims and Policy Processing ClerksSOC 43-9041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $57,150U.S. $49,230 | $56,830 | 3,450 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.9% |
| Highway Maintenance WorkersSOC 47-4051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $43,890U.S. $50,260 | $51,800 | 3,450 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.4% |
| Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and AmbulanceSOC 43-5032 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $51,170U.S. $50,340 | $54,590 | 3,430 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.7% |
| Occupational TherapistSOC 29-1122 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $103,140U.S. $100,330 | $103,970 | 3,410 | Master's degree | +14.8% |
| Construction ManagerSOC 11-9021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $124,990U.S. $114,990 | $135,120 | 3,390 | Bachelor's degree | +9.1% |
| Physician AssistantSOC 29-1071 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $135,640U.S. $135,880 | $139,080 | 3,390 | Master's degree | +21.1% |
| Vet TechSOC 29-2056 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $48,340U.S. $47,380 | $50,820 | 3,370 | Associate's degree | +9.4% |
| Graphic DesignerSOC 27-1024 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $63,090U.S. $62,960 | $69,820 | 3,360 | Bachelor's degree | -1.7% |
| PainterSOC 47-2141 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $57,410U.S. $49,400 | $57,810 | 3,360 | No formal educational credential | +3.0% |
| Facilities ManagerSOC 11-3013 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $103,570U.S. $106,660 | $113,690 | 3,330 | Bachelor's degree | +4.6% |
| Speech PathologistSOC 29-1127 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $100,080U.S. $97,870 | $99,520 | 3,330 | Master's degree | +16.6% |
| MachinistSOC 51-4041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $61,280U.S. $58,750 | $62,130 | 3,330 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.0% |
| Parking AttendantsSOC 53-6021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $32,220U.S. $35,150 | $33,770 | 3,280 | No formal educational credential | +2.0% |
| Medical CoderSOC 29-2072 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $49,700U.S. $51,140 | $56,060 | 3,260 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +7.8% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Police and DetectivesSOC 33-1012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $119,540U.S. $106,040 | $121,740 | 3,250 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.3% |
| Network EngineerSOC 15-1241 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $138,850U.S. $134,050 | $144,890 | 3,070 | Bachelor's degree | +7.7% |
| Financial Specialists, All OtherSOC 13-2099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $84,680U.S. $81,100 | $98,120 | 3,050 | Bachelor's degree | +4.1% |
| Biochemists and BiophysicistsSOC 19-1021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $134,090U.S. $127,410 | $132,770 | 3,050 | Doctoral or professional degree | +12.3% |
| Laundry and Dry-Cleaning WorkersSOC 51-6011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $34,730U.S. $34,890 | $35,530 | 3,050 | No formal educational credential | +4.3% |
| Respiratory TherapistSOC 29-1126 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $88,790U.S. $82,280 | $87,200 | 2,990 | Associate's degree | +8.5% |
| LifeguardSOC 33-9092 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $32,220U.S. $33,580 | $32,170 | 2,980 | No formal educational credential | +5.5% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial WorkersSOC 37-1011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $50,340U.S. $49,100 | $53,720 | 2,980 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.2% |
| FundraiserSOC 13-1131 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $74,370U.S. $72,550 | $76,310 | 2,960 | Bachelor's degree | +5.5% |
| Printing Press OperatorsSOC 51-5112 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $48,610U.S. $45,780 | $51,130 | 2,910 | High school diploma or equivalent | -8.7% |
| Home InspectorSOC 47-4011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $75,710U.S. $74,690 | $76,580 | 2,900 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.0% |
| PhlebotomistSOC 31-9097 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $47,370U.S. $45,230 | $47,040 | 2,880 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +6.8% |
| Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine OperatorsSOC 43-5053 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $57,430U.S. $58,470 | $59,660 | 2,870 | No formal educational credential | -5.3% |
| Production Workers, All OtherSOC 51-9199 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $42,760U.S. $40,110 | $46,270 | 2,850 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.8% |
| Loan Interviewers and ClerksSOC 43-4131 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $53,780U.S. $50,020 | $54,830 | 2,790 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.4% |
| Special Education Teachers, Middle SchoolSOC 25-2057 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $78,860U.S. $66,810 | $80,580 | 2,780 | Bachelor's degree | -0.4% |
| Real Estate AgentSOC 41-9022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $54,710U.S. $52,830 | $63,630 | 2,780 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.7% |
| Protective Service Workers, All OtherSOC 33-9099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $35,060U.S. $42,540 | $40,920 | 2,760 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.0% |
| Cyber Security AnalystSOC 15-1212 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $132,560U.S. $129,180 | $131,730 | 2,710 | Bachelor's degree | +21.0% |
| Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk ClerksSOC 43-4081 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $35,660U.S. $35,070 | $35,450 | 2,690 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.8% |
| TutorSOC 25-3041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $35,660U.S. $43,350 | $43,870 | 2,680 | Some college, no degree | -0.2% |
| Automotive Body and Related RepairersSOC 49-3021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $59,000U.S. $54,890 | $60,440 | 2,660 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.7% |
| QA TesterSOC 15-1253 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $102,740U.S. $104,300 | $105,390 | 2,650 | Bachelor's degree | +5.7% |
| Refuse and Recyclable Material CollectorsSOC 53-7081 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $59,730U.S. $49,690 | $55,700 | 2,610 | No formal educational credential | +2.1% |
| UnderwriterSOC 13-2053 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $84,580U.S. $81,370 | $99,570 | 2,590 | Bachelor's degree | -3.8% |
| Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All OtherSOC 49-9099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $51,290U.S. $49,230 | $55,580 | 2,590 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.6% |
| DentistSOC 29-1021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $163,390U.S. $170,950 | $184,110 | 2,570 | Doctoral or professional degree | +5.7% |
| School Bus MonitorsSOC 33-9094 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $34,620U.S. $35,100 | $35,590 | 2,550 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.9% |
| Food BatchmakersSOC 51-3092 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $37,010U.S. $42,290 | $40,050 | 2,540 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.5% |
| Automotive and Watercraft Service AttendantsSOC 53-6031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $34,880U.S. $35,670 | $35,760 | 2,490 | No formal educational credential | +3.8% |
| Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis SpecialistsSOC 13-1141 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $75,620U.S. $78,210 | $84,550 | 2,480 | Bachelor's degree | +6.0% |
| Court, Municipal, and License ClerksSOC 43-4031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $49,550U.S. $48,700 | $53,040 | 2,480 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.4% |
| Interviewers, Except Eligibility and LoanSOC 43-4111 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $46,490U.S. $45,920 | $46,970 | 2,470 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.4% |
| Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and DaycareSOC 11-9031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $58,960U.S. $59,300 | $63,560 | 2,450 | Bachelor's degree | -3.1% |
| LibrarianSOC 25-4022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $77,330U.S. $68,270 | $77,230 | 2,430 | Master's degree | +2.6% |
| Payroll and Timekeeping ClerksSOC 43-3051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $58,810U.S. $58,260 | $60,770 | 2,410 | High school diploma or equivalent | -15.9% |
| Reservation and Transportation Ticket Agents and Travel ClerksSOC 43-4181 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $44,390U.S. $44,390 | $56,050 | 2,380 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| Financial Risk SpecialistsSOC 13-2054 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $130,880U.S. $117,330 | $129,380 | 2,340 | Bachelor's degree | +7.4% |
| Data Entry ClerkSOC 43-9021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $41,280U.S. $41,340 | $43,050 | 2,340 | High school diploma or equivalent | -25.5% |
| ArchitectSOC 17-1011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $98,140U.S. $99,280 | $104,010 | 2,330 | Bachelor's degree | +4.3% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping WorkersSOC 37-1012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $62,230U.S. $58,430 | $62,550 | 2,300 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except EnginesSOC 49-3042 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $69,080U.S. $65,510 | $70,400 | 2,290 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.7% |
| Business Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $107,170U.S. $99,080 | $122,500 | 2,260 | Doctoral or professional degree | +5.9% |
| Occupational Health and Safety SpecialistsSOC 19-5011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $88,090U.S. $90,150 | $94,520 | 2,210 | Bachelor's degree | +18.5% |
| Helpers--Production WorkersSOC 51-9198 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $40,580U.S. $39,070 | $42,370 | 2,190 | High school diploma or equivalent | -8.2% |
| Office and Administrative Support Workers, All OtherSOC 43-9199 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $52,000U.S. $45,670 | $56,750 | 2,180 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.3% |
| Engineers, All OtherSOC 17-2199 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $97,590U.S. $122,930 | $109,440 | 2,160 | Bachelor's degree | +3.7% |
| DetectiveSOC 33-3021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $97,580U.S. $93,790 | $110,140 | 2,160 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.2% |
| NutritionistSOC 29-1031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $74,860U.S. $76,400 | $74,410 | 2,150 | Bachelor's degree | +7.7% |
| Vet AssistantSOC 31-9096 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $39,840U.S. $38,150 | $42,530 | 2,150 | High school diploma or equivalent | +9.1% |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social WorkersSOC 21-1023 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $54,510U.S. $60,280 | $59,240 | 2,140 | Master's degree | +10.3% |
| Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue AgentsSOC 13-2081 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $60,550U.S. $62,370 | $66,690 | 2,120 | Bachelor's degree | -1.0% |
| Architectural and Civil DraftersSOC 17-3011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $67,020U.S. $66,150 | $72,370 | 2,110 | Associate's degree | +5.2% |
| Marriage And Family TherapistSOC 21-1013 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $78,640U.S. $66,940 | $77,800 | 2,110 | Master's degree | +13.5% |
| Computer Network Support SpecialistsSOC 15-1231 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $81,230U.S. $76,220 | $87,940 | 2,080 | Associate's degree | +1.2% |
| Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary SchoolSOC 25-2032 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $80,070U.S. $66,270 | $82,430 | 2,070 | Bachelor's degree | -0.4% |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window TrimmersSOC 27-1026 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $39,050U.S. $39,390 | $43,700 | 2,070 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.7% |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1072 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $81,040U.S. $80,250 | $83,690 | 2,050 | Doctoral or professional degree | +17.1% |
| Teaching Assistants, PostsecondarySOC 25-9044 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $38,500U.S. $42,910 | $44,920 | 2,020 | Bachelor's degree | +2.7% |
| Surgical TechSOC 29-2055 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $69,650U.S. $64,650 | $67,490 | 2,020 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.0% |
| Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line InstallersSOC 49-2022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $75,290U.S. $63,890 | $77,700 | 2,020 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -3.3% |
| Event PlannerSOC 13-1121 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $62,530U.S. $61,160 | $66,890 | 2,010 | Bachelor's degree | +5.8% |
| Brokerage ClerksSOC 43-4011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $61,010U.S. $65,750 | $67,170 | 2,000 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.6% |
| Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9124 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $50,900U.S. $48,250 | $56,490 | 1,990 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| Butchers and Meat CuttersSOC 51-3021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $40,810U.S. $40,140 | $44,020 | 1,980 | No formal educational credential | +2.4% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Security WorkersSOC 33-1091 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $48,650U.S. $55,940 | $56,610 | 1,960 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.7% |
| Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4081 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $48,180U.S. $47,180 | $47,310 | 1,960 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.6% |
| Biological TechnicianSOC 19-4021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $60,630U.S. $57,510 | $62,530 | 1,950 | Bachelor's degree | +7.4% |
| Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All OtherSOC 25-9099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $38,900U.S. $50,890 | $46,060 | 1,940 | Bachelor's degree | +1.8% |
| Clinical PsychologistSOC 19-3033 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $112,690U.S. $100,580 | $125,550 | 1,920 | Doctoral or professional degree | +11.7% |
| Producers and DirectorsSOC 27-2012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $79,070U.S. $90,360 | $93,170 | 1,910 | Bachelor's degree | +4.0% |
| Career/Technical Education Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1194 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $64,530U.S. $63,820 | $73,700 | 1,900 | Bachelor's degree | -0.3% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling ServicesSOC 39-1014 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $49,830U.S. $48,560 | $54,340 | 1,900 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.3% |
| Probation OfficerSOC 21-1092 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $74,310U.S. $66,270 | $74,780 | 1,890 | Bachelor's degree | +3.0% |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and TechniciansSOC 29-2031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $73,380U.S. $74,310 | $76,230 | 1,880 | Associate's degree | +3.7% |
| UsherSOC 39-3031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $32,220U.S. $32,910 | $32,030 | 1,870 | No formal educational credential | +0.9% |
| Cement Masons and Concrete FinishersSOC 47-2051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $60,900U.S. $57,020 | $65,860 | 1,870 | No formal educational credential | +1.6% |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool OperatorsSOC 51-9161 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $56,910U.S. $50,690 | $57,160 | 1,870 | High school diploma or equivalent | -9.4% |
| Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $49,000U.S. $46,330 | $51,070 | 1,840 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.5% |
| Bus DriverSOC 53-3052 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $53,020U.S. $59,050 | $55,410 | 1,830 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.1% |
| Residential AdvisorsSOC 39-9041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $39,990U.S. $42,240 | $43,220 | 1,820 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.5% |
| Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal ServiceSOC 43-9051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $38,520U.S. $39,280 | $40,940 | 1,820 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.2% |
| Flight AttendantSOC 53-2031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,520U.S. $63,580 | $44,250 | 1,810 | High school diploma or equivalent | +8.8% |
| Community and Social Service Specialists, All OtherSOC 21-1099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $54,770U.S. $56,730 | $58,630 | 1,800 | Bachelor's degree | +5.5% |
| VeterinarianSOC 29-1131 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $139,810U.S. $130,100 | $161,960 | 1,790 | Doctoral or professional degree | +9.4% |
| Family Medicine PhysicianSOC 29-1215 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $294,430U.S. $244,180 | $283,480 | 1,790 | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.3% |
| Computer ProgrammerSOC 15-1251 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $101,420U.S. $100,390 | $107,240 | 1,770 | Bachelor's degree | -7.3% |
| ParamedicSOC 29-2043 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $68,640U.S. $60,600 | $73,370 | 1,760 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.7% |
| Telecommunications Line Installers and RepairersSOC 49-9052 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $96,540U.S. $74,330 | $84,160 | 1,760 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.4% |
| Airline PilotSOC 53-2011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $180,330U.S. $232,140 | $174,590 | 1,760 | Bachelor's degree | +8.3% |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1121 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $78,380U.S. $78,620 | $81,880 | 1,750 | Master's degree | +2.2% |
| DispatcherSOC 43-5031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $56,960U.S. $53,040 | $57,780 | 1,750 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.7% |
| OrderliesSOC 31-1132 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $43,570U.S. $38,290 | $42,210 | 1,740 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| Labor Relations SpecialistsSOC 13-1075 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $99,840U.S. $95,420 | $106,100 | 1,730 | Bachelor's degree | +2.1% |
| Slaughterers and Meat PackersSOC 51-3023 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $41,950U.S. $40,130 | $41,050 | 1,720 | No formal educational credential | +2.0% |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All OtherSOC 31-9099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $46,420U.S. $48,430 | $50,600 | 1,710 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.8% |
| Operations Research AnalystSOC 15-2031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $100,460U.S. $88,940 | $102,750 | 1,700 | Bachelor's degree | +11.9% |
| Engineering Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1032 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $79,210U.S. $109,270 | $93,560 | 1,700 | Doctoral or professional degree | +7.8% |
| School PsychologistSOC 19-3034 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $82,190U.S. $95,990 | $93,010 | 1,690 | Master's degree | +0.8% |
| EditorSOC 27-3041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $74,530U.S. $77,920 | $81,610 | 1,690 | Bachelor's degree | -1.1% |
| Library AssistantSOC 43-4121 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $37,350U.S. $36,910 | $38,120 | 1,690 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.4% |
| Cargo and Freight AgentsSOC 43-5011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $51,280U.S. $52,260 | $58,650 | 1,680 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.2% |
| Advertising Sales AgentsSOC 41-3011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $62,930U.S. $64,820 | $75,340 | 1,670 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.2% |
| Ultrasound TechSOC 29-2032 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $94,640U.S. $96,590 | $95,120 | 1,660 | Associate's degree | +13.9% |
| Sterile Processing TechnicianSOC 31-9093 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $50,370U.S. $47,700 | $51,380 | 1,660 | High school diploma or equivalent | +10.8% |
| Physical Therapy AssistantSOC 31-2021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $71,540U.S. $68,380 | $70,110 | 1,650 | Associate's degree | +23.0% |
| Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System OperatorsSOC 51-8031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $66,680U.S. $60,020 | $68,040 | 1,650 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.7% |
| Human Resources AssistantSOC 43-4161 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $50,820U.S. $50,610 | $52,460 | 1,630 | Associate's degree | -6.2% |
| Rehabilitation CounselorSOC 21-1015 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $48,660U.S. $46,850 | $53,850 | 1,620 | Master's degree | +2.2% |
| Database AdministratorSOC 15-1242 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $104,930U.S. $104,620 | $111,210 | 1,580 | Bachelor's degree | -0.1% |
| Tree Trimmers and PrunersSOC 37-3013 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $62,940U.S. $50,960 | $62,980 | 1,580 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.2% |
| Information and Record Clerks, All OtherSOC 43-4199 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $52,360U.S. $49,500 | $52,820 | 1,560 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.8% |
| Couriers and MessengersSOC 43-5021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $40,340U.S. $39,200 | $42,490 | 1,530 | High school diploma or equivalent | +8.0% |
| RooferSOC 47-2181 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $59,730U.S. $55,440 | $60,930 | 1,530 | No formal educational credential | +5.3% |
| Sheet Metal WorkerSOC 47-2211 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $77,140U.S. $61,800 | $80,970 | 1,530 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| Database ArchitectSOC 15-1243 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $163,590U.S. $139,500 | $157,200 | 1,500 | Bachelor's degree | +9.4% |
| Environmental ScientistSOC 19-2041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $77,710U.S. $82,220 | $85,270 | 1,500 | Bachelor's degree | +6.1% |
| Massage TherapistSOC 31-9011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,560U.S. $58,450 | $65,530 | 1,500 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +15.3% |
| Kindergarten TeacherSOC 25-2012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $64,190U.S. $62,680 | $70,640 | 1,490 | Bachelor's degree | -0.3% |
| Purchasing ManagerSOC 11-3061 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $155,500U.S. $148,080 | $161,810 | 1,470 | Bachelor's degree | +4.0% |
| Sales and Related Workers, All OtherSOC 41-9099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $46,430U.S. $48,280 | $52,890 | 1,470 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.1% |
| EstheticianSOC 39-5094 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $43,570U.S. $45,330 | $47,630 | 1,460 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +8.8% |
| File ClerksSOC 43-4071 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $45,980U.S. $43,600 | $46,180 | 1,440 | High school diploma or equivalent | -15.8% |
| Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair WorkersSOC 49-9098 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $42,630U.S. $39,630 | $44,030 | 1,440 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.3% |
| Credit AnalystSOC 13-2041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $92,460U.S. $83,510 | $104,860 | 1,430 | Bachelor's degree | -4.3% |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3023 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $81,220U.S. $78,190 | $82,090 | 1,430 | Associate's degree | +2.4% |
| Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and GreenhouseSOC 45-2092 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $38,250U.S. $35,660 | $40,700 | 1,430 | No formal educational credential | -2.4% |
| Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9196 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $55,810U.S. $50,270 | $52,400 | 1,430 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.6% |
| UX DesignerSOC 15-1255 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $104,840U.S. $104,000 | $107,390 | 1,420 | Bachelor's degree | +6.0% |
| LinemanSOC 49-9051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $119,460U.S. $95,320 | $107,260 | 1,420 | High school diploma or equivalent | +10.3% |
| Postal Service ClerksSOC 43-5051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $61,570U.S. $62,130 | $62,520 | 1,400 | No formal educational credential | -0.3% |
| Sewing Machine OperatorsSOC 51-6031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $35,360U.S. $36,670 | $36,440 | 1,400 | No formal educational credential | -15.1% |
| Financial ExaminersSOC 13-2061 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $80,350U.S. $94,160 | $99,840 | 1,380 | Bachelor's degree | +9.3% |
| Chemical TechnicianSOC 19-4031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $66,940U.S. $60,390 | $70,390 | 1,370 | Associate's degree | +4.9% |
| Audio and Video TechniciansSOC 27-4011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $62,320U.S. $58,100 | $67,530 | 1,350 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.9% |
| Pest Control TechnicianSOC 37-2021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $47,260U.S. $45,250 | $48,170 | 1,350 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.5% |
| Cooks, Short OrderSOC 35-2015 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $31,360U.S. $35,880 | $29,400 | 1,340 | No formal educational credential | -5.2% |
| Civil Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $63,650U.S. $64,950 | $67,620 | 1,330 | Associate's degree | +3.2% |
| Therapists, All OtherSOC 29-1129 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $81,170U.S. $77,930 | $92,000 | 1,330 | Bachelor's degree | +12.6% |
| Public Relations ManagerSOC 11-2032 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $129,280U.S. $146,910 | $147,520 | 1,310 | Bachelor's degree | +5.7% |
| Security and Fire Alarm Systems InstallersSOC 49-2098 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $61,870U.S. $60,070 | $62,550 | 1,290 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.8% |
| Aircraft MechanicSOC 49-3011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $84,100U.S. $79,870 | $92,290 | 1,280 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.4% |
| Health EducatorSOC 21-1091 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $75,220U.S. $64,070 | $81,280 | 1,270 | Bachelor's degree | +5.6% |
| Community Health WorkerSOC 21-1094 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $50,760U.S. $51,850 | $56,490 | 1,230 | High school diploma or equivalent | +12.7% |
| English Language and Literature Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1123 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $83,500U.S. $78,760 | $91,680 | 1,220 | Doctoral or professional degree | +0.0% |
| Order ClerksSOC 43-4151 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $48,310U.S. $46,170 | $50,210 | 1,220 | Some college, no degree | -17.5% |
| MasonSOC 47-2021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $75,970U.S. $62,120 | $78,460 | 1,210 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.1% |
| CRNASOC 29-1151 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $238,540U.S. $236,590 | $256,180 | 1,190 | Master's degree | +9.7% |
| Interior DesignerSOC 27-1025 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $64,800U.S. $67,190 | $71,340 | 1,170 | Bachelor's degree | +2.7% |
| MRI TechSOC 29-2035 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $98,620U.S. $95,480 | $94,440 | 1,160 | Associate's degree | +7.7% |
| Personal Care and Service Workers, All OtherSOC 39-9099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $32,720U.S. $41,600 | $37,530 | 1,160 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.9% |
| Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine RepairersSOC 49-2011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $51,550U.S. $47,810 | $54,200 | 1,160 | Some college, no degree | -3.0% |
| Tax PreparerSOC 13-2082 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $62,010U.S. $54,920 | $68,730 | 1,150 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.7% |
| Education Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1081 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $76,450U.S. $75,350 | $79,880 | 1,150 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.5% |
| Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4072 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $46,510U.S. $44,350 | $48,140 | 1,150 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.4% |
| Biological Scientists, All OtherSOC 19-1029 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $106,670U.S. $98,920 | $111,510 | 1,140 | Bachelor's degree | +4.7% |
| ConciergesSOC 39-6012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $40,820U.S. $38,950 | $40,830 | 1,130 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.6% |
| Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9023 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $50,570U.S. $48,990 | $55,940 | 1,110 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.1% |
| Tire Repairers and ChangersSOC 49-3093 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $43,790U.S. $37,710 | $43,820 | 1,090 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.4% |
| Biological Science Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1042 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $95,260U.S. $84,620 | $105,910 | 1,070 | Doctoral or professional degree | +7.3% |
| OpticianSOC 29-2081 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $49,300U.S. $47,260 | $53,620 | 1,070 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.2% |
| Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers, All OtherSOC 29-9099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $49,260U.S. $65,790 | $63,200 | 1,070 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.1% |
| Tour and Travel GuidesSOC 39-7010 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $34,290U.S. $38,120 | $37,380 | 1,060 | n/a | n/a |
| Ophthalmic Medical TechniciansSOC 29-2057 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,990U.S. $45,570 | $48,880 | 1,050 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +21.4% |
| Environmental EngineerSOC 17-2081 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $129,390U.S. $107,110 | $114,220 | 1,040 | Bachelor's degree | +6.3% |
| Financial Clerks, All OtherSOC 43-3099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $58,010U.S. $53,830 | $58,740 | 1,020 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.0% |
| Medical Equipment RepairersSOC 49-9062 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $62,830U.S. $61,660 | $67,260 | 1,010 | Associate's degree | +12.6% |
| Cabinetmakers and Bench CarpentersSOC 51-7011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $52,430U.S. $46,680 | $54,200 | 1,010 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.9% |
| Procurement ClerksSOC 43-3061 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $52,700U.S. $50,580 | $54,350 | 1,000 | High school diploma or equivalent | -8.1% |
| Health Information Technologists and Medical RegistrarsSOC 29-9021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $60,080U.S. $68,020 | $65,850 | 990 | Associate's degree | +15.9% |
| Physical Therapist AidesSOC 31-2022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $32,240U.S. $35,240 | $33,660 | 990 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| Real Estate BrokerSOC 41-9021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. $73,220 | not published | 990 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.8% |
| Dietetic TechnicianSOC 29-2051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $35,160U.S. $37,640 | $37,350 | 980 | Associate's degree | +2.7% |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile InstallersSOC 47-2081 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $61,280U.S. $58,930 | $61,660 | 980 | No formal educational credential | +2.5% |
| Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial EquipmentSOC 49-2094 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $76,320U.S. $74,090 | $75,590 | 980 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +0.3% |
| Teachers and Instructors, All OtherSOC 25-3099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $64,810U.S. $66,140 | $72,770 | 960 | Bachelor's degree | -0.2% |
| Fundraising ManagersSOC 11-2033 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $123,840U.S. $125,470 | $134,900 | 950 | Bachelor's degree | +5.4% |
| PastorSOC 21-2011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $63,430U.S. $60,810 | $63,380 | 950 | Bachelor's degree | +2.4% |
| PhotographerSOC 27-4021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $43,750U.S. $44,660 | $52,490 | 950 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.7% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention WorkersSOC 33-1021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $101,050U.S. $93,530 | $109,770 | 950 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.7% |
| Training and Development ManagersSOC 11-3131 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $135,450U.S. $133,000 | $149,800 | 940 | Bachelor's degree | +6.4% |
| Floral DesignerSOC 27-1023 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $37,190U.S. $37,360 | $39,500 | 940 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.6% |
| Occupational Therapy AssistantSOC 31-2011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $76,440U.S. $72,300 | $72,210 | 940 | Associate's degree | +21.5% |
| General Internal Medicine PhysiciansSOC 29-1216 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $159,330U.S. $256,560 | $191,410 | 930 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.0% |
| Transportation Security ScreenersSOC 33-9093 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $67,330U.S. $66,770 | $64,050 | 930 | High school diploma or equivalent | -4.2% |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All OtherSOC 35-9099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $34,190U.S. $35,840 | $35,390 | 930 | No formal educational credential | +5.5% |
| StatisticianSOC 15-2041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $105,820U.S. $105,650 | $117,210 | 920 | Master's degree | +11.0% |
| Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and TrimmersSOC 51-3022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $38,150U.S. $38,300 | $38,870 | 920 | No formal educational credential | +5.7% |
| OptometristSOC 29-1041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $153,980U.S. $136,570 | $148,970 | 890 | Doctoral or professional degree | +9.5% |
| Hazardous Materials Removal WorkersSOC 47-4041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $49,130U.S. $49,450 | $55,600 | 890 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.5% |
| ChiropractorSOC 29-1011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $79,450U.S. $79,200 | $85,410 | 870 | Doctoral or professional degree | +8.7% |
| PediatricianSOC 29-1221 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $226,440U.S. $210,040 | $238,640 | 870 | Doctoral or professional degree | +1.5% |
| Psychiatric AidesSOC 31-1133 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $48,560U.S. $44,910 | $48,900 | 870 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.9% |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All OtherSOC 19-4099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $64,840U.S. $62,280 | $70,050 | 860 | Associate's degree | +4.4% |
| Title ExaminerSOC 23-2093 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $56,490U.S. $58,650 | $64,340 | 860 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.1% |
| Psychology Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1066 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $77,840U.S. $80,340 | $90,990 | 860 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.0% |
| Mathematical Science Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $82,390U.S. $79,940 | $94,000 | 830 | Doctoral or professional degree | +1.7% |
| Travel AgentSOC 41-3041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $50,430U.S. $50,160 | $57,350 | 820 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.2% |
| Web DeveloperSOC 15-1254 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $94,570U.S. $92,650 | $98,500 | 810 | Bachelor's degree | +3.8% |
| Social Workers, All OtherSOC 21-1029 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $80,660U.S. $71,900 | $83,150 | 810 | Bachelor's degree | +2.3% |
| IronworkerSOC 47-2221 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $103,330U.S. $62,780 | $92,840 | 800 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.1% |
| Chemical EngineerSOC 17-2041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $127,770U.S. $125,040 | $128,970 | 790 | Bachelor's degree | +4.7% |
| Crane OperatorSOC 53-7021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $72,010U.S. $68,080 | $78,380 | 790 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.8% |
| ActuarySOC 15-2011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $127,770U.S. $130,000 | $146,680 | 780 | Bachelor's degree | +9.2% |
| Creative DirectorSOC 27-1011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $105,260U.S. $114,850 | $110,300 | 780 | Bachelor's degree | +4.2% |
| TranslatorSOC 27-3091 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $57,940U.S. $60,170 | $66,770 | 770 | Bachelor's degree | +2.0% |
| Athletic TrainerSOC 29-9091 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $63,840U.S. $62,520 | $69,280 | 770 | Master's degree | +12.7% |
| Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and RepairersSOC 49-9091 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $47,920U.S. $47,450 | $49,990 | 770 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.4% |
| Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $48,370U.S. $47,720 | $51,690 | 770 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.7% |
| Computer Science Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $98,370U.S. $96,980 | $98,880 | 760 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.9% |
| Library TechniciansSOC 25-4031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $48,880U.S. $44,580 | $50,940 | 760 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -6.4% |
| Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, RecordkeepingSOC 43-5111 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $46,410U.S. $46,380 | $49,900 | 750 | High school diploma or equivalent | -4.8% |
| Stationary Engineers and Boiler OperatorsSOC 51-8021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $79,720U.S. $78,620 | $80,100 | 740 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.1% |
| Mechanical DraftersSOC 17-3013 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $74,100U.S. $71,550 | $81,100 | 730 | Associate's degree | -6.0% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Correctional OfficersSOC 33-1011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $98,300U.S. $77,970 | $99,970 | 730 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.5% |
| Technical WriterSOC 27-3042 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $92,330U.S. $90,390 | $99,800 | 710 | Bachelor's degree | +0.8% |
| ShampooersSOC 39-5093 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $32,610U.S. $32,600 | $32,170 | 710 | No formal educational credential | +5.6% |
| GlazierSOC 47-2121 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $62,200U.S. $57,080 | $70,120 | 710 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.9% |
| Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4033 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $47,650U.S. $46,550 | $48,650 | 710 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.8% |
| Print Binding and Finishing WorkersSOC 51-5113 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $42,870U.S. $42,290 | $44,430 | 710 | High school diploma or equivalent | -17.5% |
| Property Appraisers and AssessorsSOC 13-2020 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $67,150U.S. $67,960 | $75,510 | 700 | n/a | n/a |
| Budget AnalystSOC 13-2031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $93,600U.S. $91,640 | $95,070 | 700 | Bachelor's degree | +1.9% |
| Legal Support Workers, All OtherSOC 23-2099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $81,170U.S. $72,110 | $94,360 | 700 | Associate's degree | -0.3% |
| Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except GamblingSOC 11-9072 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $78,670U.S. $79,520 | $85,750 | 690 | Bachelor's degree | +6.0% |
| Word Processors and TypistsSOC 43-9022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $47,250U.S. $49,280 | $48,450 | 690 | High school diploma or equivalent | -34.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Operators, All OtherSOC 53-3099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $35,220U.S. $37,180 | $44,830 | 690 | No formal educational credential | +2.8% |
| Office Machine Operators, Except ComputerSOC 43-9071 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $38,620U.S. $40,960 | $40,980 | 680 | High school diploma or equivalent | -14.9% |
| Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $51,030U.S. $51,610 | $54,640 | 680 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.7% |
| Computer Hardware EngineerSOC 17-2061 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. $161,740 | not published | 670 | Bachelor's degree | +9.1% |
| Electronics EngineerSOC 17-2072 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $131,090U.S. $130,220 | $136,110 | 670 | Bachelor's degree | +3.7% |
| Sales EngineerSOC 41-9031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $102,340U.S. $124,900 | $112,600 | 670 | Bachelor's degree | +2.8% |
| Advertising and Promotions ManagersSOC 11-2011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $146,510U.S. $133,660 | $157,990 | 660 | Bachelor's degree | -3.7% |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including HealthSOC 19-4042 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $62,280U.S. $55,090 | $65,330 | 650 | Associate's degree | +6.9% |
| Communications Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1122 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $79,870U.S. $78,580 | $85,600 | 650 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.1% |
| PsychiatristSOC 29-1223 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $279,410U.S. $281,870 | $258,520 | 640 | Doctoral or professional degree | +7.2% |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and FittersSOC 51-2041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $54,840U.S. $51,330 | $55,980 | 640 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.2% |
| Dental Laboratory TechnicianSOC 51-9081 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $50,850U.S. $49,610 | $57,980 | 640 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.9% |
| Surveying and Mapping TechniciansSOC 17-3031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,480U.S. $54,240 | $61,380 | 630 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.8% |
| ESL TeacherSOC 25-3011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $63,520U.S. $61,540 | $67,190 | 630 | Bachelor's degree | -13.9% |
| SurveyorSOC 17-1022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $79,040U.S. $75,440 | $85,010 | 610 | Bachelor's degree | +5.8% |
| Pharmacy AidesSOC 31-9095 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $42,640U.S. $37,680 | $40,090 | 610 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.7% |
| Switchboard Operators, Including Answering ServiceSOC 43-2011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $38,410U.S. $38,630 | $41,060 | 590 | High school diploma or equivalent | -26.0% |
| Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and GaugersSOC 51-8093 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $105,580U.S. $96,710 | $106,750 | 590 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.9% |
| Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical TechniciansSOC 53-3011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $35,580U.S. $35,450 | $35,980 | 590 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.3% |
| Biomedical EngineerSOC 17-2031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $125,760U.S. $109,370 | $121,030 | 580 | Bachelor's degree | +7.6% |
| Solar InstallerSOC 47-2231 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $58,350U.S. $53,140 | $61,940 | 580 | High school diploma or equivalent | +36.5% |
| Helpers--ElectriciansSOC 47-3013 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $38,640U.S. $42,670 | $40,470 | 580 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.6% |
| Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine MechanicsSOC 49-3053 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $55,450U.S. $47,880 | $55,540 | 580 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.3% |
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All OtherSOC 17-3029 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $81,470U.S. $78,350 | $84,640 | 570 | Associate's degree | +2.8% |
| MicrobiologistSOC 19-1022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $101,990U.S. $87,990 | $95,730 | 570 | Bachelor's degree | +6.2% |
| Fence ErectorsSOC 47-4031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,530U.S. $47,980 | $59,630 | 570 | No formal educational credential | +5.6% |
| Miscellaneous Construction and Related WorkersSOC 47-4090 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,200U.S. $49,910 | $63,000 | 570 | n/a | n/a |
| Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and PlasticSOC 51-9195 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $46,480U.S. $46,170 | $48,030 | 570 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.8% |
| Landscape ArchitectSOC 17-1012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $84,270U.S. $79,870 | $94,010 | 560 | Bachelor's degree | +4.4% |
| Social Science Research AssistantsSOC 19-4061 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $61,760U.S. $61,990 | $63,190 | 560 | Bachelor's degree | +5.0% |
| WriterSOC 27-3043 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $84,130U.S. $76,910 | $95,850 | 560 | Bachelor's degree | -0.3% |
| Fiberglass Laminators and FabricatorsSOC 51-2051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $54,080U.S. $46,880 | $62,640 | 560 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.6% |
| Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9032 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $47,660U.S. $46,570 | $47,650 | 560 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.9% |
| Industrial Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3026 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $75,450U.S. $66,120 | $76,290 | 550 | Associate's degree | +3.1% |
| Philosophy and Religion Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1126 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $77,870U.S. $80,260 | $86,830 | 550 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.0% |
| RadiologistSOC 29-1224 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $452,940U.S. $420,860 | $425,060 | 550 | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.4% |
| Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems AssemblersSOC 51-2011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. $65,380 | not published | 550 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.6% |
| Counselors, All OtherSOC 21-1019 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $52,300U.S. $50,860 | $60,370 | 540 | Master's degree | +5.9% |
| MusicianSOC 27-2042 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. not published | not published | 540 | No formal educational credential | +0.3% |
| Elevator MechanicSOC 47-4021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $132,640U.S. $109,910 | $126,140 | 540 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.7% |
| Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical DoorSOC 49-9012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $86,290U.S. $74,340 | $87,240 | 540 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.3% |
| Funeral AttendantsSOC 39-4021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $42,460U.S. $35,680 | $43,040 | 530 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.6% |
| Urban PlannerSOC 19-3051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $83,750U.S. $89,320 | $87,320 | 520 | Master's degree | +3.9% |
| Demonstrators and Product PromotersSOC 41-9011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $35,700U.S. $39,320 | $39,770 | 520 | No formal educational credential | +0.2% |
| Insulation Workers, MechanicalSOC 47-2132 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $61,660U.S. $58,340 | $68,960 | 520 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.1% |
| Law Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1112 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $128,560U.S. $128,500 | $136,300 | 510 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.6% |
| Special Education Teachers, PreschoolSOC 25-2051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $79,560U.S. $64,830 | $83,780 | 510 | Bachelor's degree | +2.4% |
| MillwrightsSOC 49-9044 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $77,120U.S. $65,700 | $85,070 | 510 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.9% |
| Food Cooking Machine Operators and TendersSOC 51-3093 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $38,890U.S. $41,590 | $40,250 | 510 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.3% |
| Tool and Die MakersSOC 51-4111 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $74,070U.S. $64,050 | $72,800 | 510 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -9.2% |
| Chemistry TeacherSOC 25-1052 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $99,230U.S. $93,250 | $103,050 | 500 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.3% |
| Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1124 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $82,890U.S. $79,350 | $90,940 | 500 | Doctoral or professional degree | +0.2% |
| Commercial and Industrial DesignersSOC 27-1021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $89,190U.S. $83,910 | $93,040 | 490 | Bachelor's degree | +2.4% |
| Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers, All OtherSOC 27-2099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. not published | not published | 490 | No formal educational credential | +4.7% |
| Credit CounselorsSOC 13-2071 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $57,990U.S. $52,230 | $62,150 | 480 | Bachelor's degree | +3.3% |
| Directors, Religious Activities and EducationSOC 21-2021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,320U.S. $52,100 | $65,560 | 480 | Bachelor's degree | +3.3% |
| Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe CleanersSOC 47-4071 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,020U.S. $49,880 | $61,780 | 480 | High school diploma or equivalent | +7.8% |
| Mechanical Door RepairersSOC 49-9011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $56,480U.S. $55,720 | $59,680 | 480 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.4% |
| Food Processing Workers, All OtherSOC 51-3099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $40,460U.S. $39,680 | $41,490 | 480 | No formal educational credential | +5.5% |
| Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $51,830U.S. $45,760 | $57,520 | 470 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.5% |
| Aircraft Service AttendantsSOC 53-6032 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $38,880U.S. $40,450 | $42,630 | 470 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.6% |
| Judicial Law ClerksSOC 23-1012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,890U.S. $64,920 | $57,020 | 460 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.8% |
| JournalistSOC 27-3023 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,690U.S. $62,200 | $98,170 | 460 | Bachelor's degree | -5.9% |
| Broadcast TechniciansSOC 27-4012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $103,180U.S. $59,570 | $101,650 | 460 | Associate's degree | -3.1% |
| BailiffsSOC 33-3011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,600U.S. $56,600 | $45,020 | 460 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.9% |
| Parking Enforcement WorkersSOC 33-3041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,730U.S. $46,730 | $45,670 | 460 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.1% |
| Building Cleaning Workers, All OtherSOC 37-2019 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,660U.S. $44,040 | $55,760 | 460 | No formal educational credential | +2.0% |
| Food and Tobacco Roasting, Baking, and Drying Machine Operators and TendersSOC 51-3091 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,330U.S. $44,810 | $48,060 | 460 | No formal educational credential | +0.4% |
| GeologistSOC 19-2042 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $94,850U.S. $101,920 | $93,770 | 450 | Bachelor's degree | +5.1% |
| ActorSOC 27-2011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. not published | not published | 450 | Some college, no degree | +0.0% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All OtherSOC 33-1099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,580U.S. $76,400 | $66,550 | 450 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.9% |
| Private InvestigatorSOC 33-9021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $53,680U.S. $51,220 | $62,090 | 450 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.5% |
| Home Appliance RepairersSOC 49-9031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $57,710U.S. $50,990 | $58,960 | 440 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.9% |
| Compensation and Benefits ManagersSOC 11-3111 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $148,520U.S. $149,230 | $157,360 | 430 | Bachelor's degree | +1.1% |
| Medical TranscriptionistSOC 31-9094 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $38,220U.S. $40,410 | $41,920 | 430 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -4.4% |
| Audiovisual Equipment Installers and RepairersSOC 49-2097 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $64,490U.S. $52,600 | $66,810 | 430 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +4.8% |
| Pressers, Textile, Garment, and Related MaterialsSOC 51-6021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $32,220U.S. $35,060 | $33,070 | 430 | No formal educational credential | -15.7% |
| Mechanical Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3027 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $72,690U.S. $74,510 | $74,150 | 420 | Associate's degree | +1.3% |
| Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All OtherSOC 25-1069 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,050U.S. $72,990 | $68,590 | 420 | Doctoral or professional degree | +1.6% |
| Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and SteamfittersSOC 47-3015 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,580U.S. $42,360 | $45,370 | 420 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.4% |
| Video EditorSOC 27-4032 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. $75,420 | not published | 410 | Bachelor's degree | +3.7% |
| Nuclear Medicine TechnologistSOC 29-2033 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $102,460U.S. $101,370 | $105,350 | 410 | Associate's degree | +4.4% |
| Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and ClerksSOC 43-4041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,400U.S. $50,080 | $63,010 | 410 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.4% |
| Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment OperatorsSOC 47-2071 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,860U.S. $53,340 | $53,720 | 410 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.9% |
| Prepress Technicians and WorkersSOC 51-5111 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $55,680U.S. $48,690 | $54,770 | 410 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -15.3% |
| Psychologists, All OtherSOC 19-3039 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $119,970U.S. $110,840 | $112,300 | 400 | Master's degree | +2.3% |
| Meter ReaderSOC 43-5041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $83,350U.S. $48,150 | $74,140 | 400 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.5% |
| Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and RelaySOC 49-2095 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $106,510U.S. $103,020 | $100,730 | 400 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +9.7% |
| Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing OfficersSOC 23-1021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $95,350U.S. $117,860 | $107,610 | 390 | Doctoral or professional degree | +0.0% |
| Social Work Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1113 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $80,300U.S. $77,570 | $87,740 | 390 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.6% |
| Radiation TherapistSOC 29-1124 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $119,960U.S. $105,310 | $116,410 | 390 | Associate's degree | +2.8% |
| Tile and Stone SettersSOC 47-2044 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $70,730U.S. $55,690 | $69,480 | 390 | No formal educational credential | +9.8% |
| Entertainment Attendants and Related Workers, All OtherSOC 39-3099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $35,120U.S. $32,640 | $36,000 | 380 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and RepairersSOC 49-2021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $65,520U.S. $63,520 | $74,310 | 380 | Associate's degree | +1.2% |
| Maintenance WorkerSOC 49-9043 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,770U.S. $60,850 | $76,690 | 380 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.9% |
| Exercise PhysiologistSOC 29-1128 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,260U.S. $59,460 | $55,240 | 370 | Bachelor's degree | +12.8% |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and WallSOC 47-2131 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,320U.S. $49,120 | $56,190 | 370 | No formal educational credential | +2.4% |
| Education Administrators, All OtherSOC 11-9039 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $95,190U.S. $95,200 | $100,660 | 360 | Bachelor's degree | +1.6% |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All OtherSOC 19-3099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $97,570U.S. $101,110 | $99,090 | 360 | Bachelor's degree | -0.2% |
| Recreational TherapistSOC 29-1125 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,970U.S. $61,960 | $61,520 | 360 | Bachelor's degree | +4.8% |
| Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Except SawingSOC 51-7042 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,850U.S. $43,380 | $48,820 | 360 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.5% |
| Computer and Information Research ScientistsSOC 15-1221 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $125,320U.S. $140,300 | $127,220 | 350 | Master's degree | +21.8% |
| Religious Workers, All OtherSOC 21-2099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $32,220U.S. $45,280 | $37,880 | 350 | Bachelor's degree | +1.5% |
| Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All OtherSOC 29-1299 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $97,760U.S. $115,210 | $104,690 | 350 | Master's degree | +5.5% |
| Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard TilesSOC 47-2042 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $73,280U.S. $56,460 | $74,670 | 350 | No formal educational credential | +9.0% |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool ProgrammersSOC 51-9162 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $67,400U.S. $68,120 | $69,080 | 350 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.9% |
| History TeacherSOC 25-1125 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $99,580U.S. $83,820 | $103,570 | 340 | Doctoral or professional degree | +0.0% |
| BarberSOC 39-5011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $37,530U.S. $38,210 | $42,820 | 340 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.3% |
| Helpers--CarpentersSOC 47-3012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $41,260U.S. $43,780 | $42,380 | 340 | No formal educational credential | -1.7% |
| Plating Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4193 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,690U.S. $43,960 | $51,540 | 340 | High school diploma or equivalent | -9.7% |
| Jewelers and Precious Stone and Metal WorkersSOC 51-9071 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $57,290U.S. $52,540 | $58,980 | 340 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.2% |
| Special Education Teachers, All OtherSOC 25-2059 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $73,390U.S. $76,580 | $74,580 | 330 | Bachelor's degree | +1.9% |
| Hearing Aid SpecialistSOC 29-2092 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,980U.S. $65,160 | $63,320 | 330 | High school diploma or equivalent | +19.4% |
| Fire Inspectors and InvestigatorsSOC 33-2021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,080U.S. $75,920 | $64,560 | 330 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +4.2% |
| MorticianSOC 39-4031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $75,470U.S. $55,010 | $69,650 | 330 | Associate's degree | +3.0% |
| Metal Workers and Plastic Workers, All OtherSOC 51-4199 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,070U.S. $45,950 | $53,560 | 330 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.1% |
| Materials EngineerSOC 17-2131 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $125,190U.S. $112,860 | $126,850 | 320 | Bachelor's degree | +7.5% |
| Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-4122 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,840U.S. $47,920 | $49,490 | 320 | High school diploma or equivalent | -8.9% |
| Conservation ScientistsSOC 19-1031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,590U.S. $73,010 | $61,450 | 310 | Bachelor's degree | +5.3% |
| Physical Scientists, All OtherSOC 19-2099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $137,220U.S. $122,570 | $150,640 | 310 | Bachelor's degree | +2.1% |
| Political Science Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1065 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $104,120U.S. $98,070 | $110,090 | 310 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.5% |
| Emergency Medicine PhysicianSOC 29-1214 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $380,800U.S. $335,550 | $359,720 | 310 | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.2% |
| Animal TrainerSOC 39-2011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $42,860U.S. $39,990 | $48,810 | 310 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.2% |
| Power Plant OperatorSOC 51-8013 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $101,350U.S. $102,040 | $103,780 | 310 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.1% |
| Chemical Plant and System OperatorsSOC 51-8091 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $77,260U.S. $78,120 | $82,270 | 310 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.2% |
| Commercial PilotSOC 53-2012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $158,670U.S. $123,220 | $157,600 | 310 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.2% |
| Forensic ScientistSOC 19-4092 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,580U.S. $72,060 | $70,620 | 300 | Bachelor's degree | +13.3% |
| Camera OperatorSOC 27-4031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $52,040U.S. $74,990 | $55,880 | 300 | Bachelor's degree | +1.3% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Gambling Services WorkersSOC 39-1013 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,370U.S. $63,820 | $66,280 | 300 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.5% |
| Aircraft Cargo Handling SupervisorsSOC 53-1041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $80,820U.S. $58,170 | $75,040 | 300 | High school diploma or equivalent | +9.2% |
| Machine Feeders and OffbearersSOC 53-7063 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,170U.S. $41,220 | $45,580 | 300 | No formal educational credential | -13.1% |
| Occupational Health and Safety TechniciansSOC 19-5012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $62,310U.S. $61,560 | $72,320 | 290 | High school diploma or equivalent | +19.4% |
| Physics Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1054 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $103,750U.S. $100,310 | $116,060 | 290 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.4% |
| Economics Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1063 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $127,430U.S. $123,920 | $138,710 | 290 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.4% |
| CuratorSOC 25-4012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,860U.S. $63,420 | $72,390 | 290 | Master's degree | +4.9% |
| AnesthesiologistSOC 29-1211 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $239,200 or moreU.S. $391,490 | $239,200 or more | 290 | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.6% |
| CardiologistSOC 29-1212 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. $496,010 | not published | 290 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.8% |
| Baggage Porters and BellhopsSOC 39-6011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $35,050U.S. $37,080 | $35,810 | 290 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.0% |
| Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface MiningSOC 47-5022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,280U.S. $57,430 | $66,430 | 290 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.0% |
| Insurance Appraisers, Auto DamageSOC 13-1032 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $84,370U.S. $78,240 | $90,260 | 280 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -8.7% |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc JockeysSOC 27-3011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $69,310U.S. $47,340 | $92,940 | 280 | Bachelor's degree | -7.6% |
| Cooks, All OtherSOC 35-2019 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $38,850U.S. $37,690 | $40,360 | 280 | No formal educational credential | +5.2% |
| Locker Room, Coatroom, and Dressing Room AttendantsSOC 39-3093 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $41,690U.S. $36,300 | $43,790 | 280 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.4% |
| Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural AnimalsSOC 45-2093 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $36,640U.S. $36,670 | $39,740 | 280 | No formal educational credential | -3.2% |
| Transportation InspectorsSOC 53-6051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,420U.S. $92,100 | $68,600 | 280 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.2% |
| Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1111 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $83,930U.S. $76,590 | $89,760 | 270 | Doctoral or professional degree | +1.5% |
| Media and Communication Equipment Workers, All OtherSOC 27-4099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $75,600U.S. $70,720 | $73,940 | 270 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.6% |
| Locksmiths and Safe RepairersSOC 49-9094 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $57,000U.S. $51,320 | $61,540 | 270 | High school diploma or equivalent | -11.7% |
| TailorSOC 51-6052 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $57,020U.S. $41,640 | $50,580 | 270 | No formal educational credential | -8.8% |
| Ship CaptainSOC 53-5021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $103,840U.S. $92,460 | $116,350 | 270 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +4.0% |
| Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle SchoolSOC 25-2023 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $78,040U.S. $65,030 | $83,710 | 260 | Bachelor's degree | -0.5% |
| Food Science TechniciansSOC 19-4013 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,060U.S. $52,130 | $51,660 | 250 | Associate's degree | +4.8% |
| Architecture Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $105,770U.S. $96,870 | $105,350 | 250 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.6% |
| Music Directors and ComposersSOC 27-2041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,160U.S. $73,710 | $74,270 | 250 | Bachelor's degree | +1.2% |
| AudiologistSOC 29-1181 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $91,970U.S. $95,780 | $97,390 | 250 | Doctoral or professional degree | +11.0% |
| OB-GYNSOC 29-1218 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $320,040U.S. $292,910 | $271,630 | 250 | Doctoral or professional degree | +1.7% |
| New Accounts ClerksSOC 43-4141 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,090U.S. $47,670 | $50,760 | 250 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.5% |
| Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service TechniciansSOC 49-3041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $53,070U.S. $56,550 | $56,850 | 250 | High school diploma or equivalent | +10.7% |
| Heat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4191 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,470U.S. $48,750 | $53,640 | 250 | High school diploma or equivalent | -9.5% |
| Postmasters and Mail SuperintendentsSOC 11-9131 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $99,840U.S. $96,660 | $99,990 | 240 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.3% |
| Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and InspectorsSOC 17-2111 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $122,480U.S. $115,160 | $123,090 | 240 | Bachelor's degree | +5.4% |
| Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1193 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $83,600U.S. $77,270 | $94,610 | 240 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.2% |
| Court ReporterSOC 27-3092 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $74,760U.S. $72,420 | $74,460 | 240 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -0.1% |
| PodiatristSOC 29-1081 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $158,070U.S. $160,300 | $161,710 | 240 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.0% |
| Surgeons, All OtherSOC 29-1249 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $239,200 or moreU.S. $414,010 | $239,200 or more | 240 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.0% |
| Earth Drillers, Except Oil and GasSOC 47-5023 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $64,360U.S. $60,190 | $67,690 | 240 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.6% |
| Nuclear EngineerSOC 17-2161 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $140,590U.S. $133,970 | $138,720 | 230 | Bachelor's degree | +0.4% |
| Food Scientists and TechnologistsSOC 19-1012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $96,210U.S. $88,720 | $98,920 | 230 | Bachelor's degree | +6.2% |
| Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling InvestigatorsSOC 33-9031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $45,490U.S. $43,370 | $47,810 | 230 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.8% |
| Carpet InstallersSOC 47-2041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. $50,340 | not published | 230 | No formal educational credential | -16.4% |
| Furniture FinishersSOC 51-7021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,760U.S. $44,540 | $51,110 | 230 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.5% |
| Funeral Home ManagersSOC 11-9171 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $101,220U.S. $78,790 | $129,400 | 220 | Associate's degree | +4.1% |
| EconomistSOC 19-3011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $139,530U.S. $124,720 | $149,490 | 220 | Master's degree | +4.7% |
| Museum Technicians and ConservatorsSOC 25-4013 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,150U.S. $51,440 | $55,190 | 220 | Bachelor's degree | +3.6% |
| Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,020U.S. $48,540 | $51,470 | 220 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.7% |
| Air Traffic ControllerSOC 53-2021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $198,590U.S. $148,080 | $177,260 | 220 | Associate's degree | +1.7% |
| JudgeSOC 23-1023 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $204,160U.S. $153,990 | $165,170 | 210 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.8% |
| Sociology Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1067 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $95,620U.S. $84,290 | $99,380 | 210 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.2% |
| Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4023 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,090U.S. $50,140 | $62,600 | 210 | High school diploma or equivalent | -8.3% |
| Orthotists and ProsthetistsSOC 29-2091 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $93,600U.S. $81,110 | $88,440 | 200 | Master's degree | +12.9% |
| Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, VegetationSOC 37-3012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,280U.S. $46,340 | $48,870 | 200 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.9% |
| Gambling Service Workers, All OtherSOC 39-3019 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $29,870U.S. $36,310 | $36,350 | 200 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.2% |
| Precision Instrument and Equipment Repairers, All OtherSOC 49-9069 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $73,640U.S. $68,990 | $67,970 | 200 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| Medical Appliance TechniciansSOC 51-9082 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,460U.S. $48,030 | $58,220 | 200 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.5% |
| EpidemiologistSOC 19-1041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $81,570U.S. $87,220 | $102,640 | 190 | Master's degree | +18.7% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry WorkersSOC 45-1011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,400U.S. $59,320 | $60,690 | 190 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.8% |
| Motorboat Mechanics and Service TechniciansSOC 49-3051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,800U.S. $57,550 | $61,050 | 190 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.9% |
| Forging Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,880U.S. $49,030 | $59,440 | 190 | High school diploma or equivalent | -17.2% |
| Gas Plant OperatorsSOC 51-8092 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $89,430U.S. $87,820 | $84,340 | 190 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.0% |
| Materials ScientistsSOC 19-2032 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $127,470U.S. $117,790 | $127,130 | 180 | Bachelor's degree | +8.3% |
| Athletes and Sports CompetitorsSOC 27-2021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. $66,710 | not published | 180 | No formal educational credential | +5.5% |
| Gambling Cage WorkersSOC 43-3041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,910U.S. $37,580 | $41,790 | 180 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.1% |
| Agricultural InspectorsSOC 45-2011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $55,650U.S. $49,940 | $60,610 | 180 | Bachelor's degree | +2.3% |
| Power Distributors and DispatchersSOC 51-8012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $111,450U.S. $106,730 | $107,230 | 180 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.2% |
| Ophthalmic Laboratory TechniciansSOC 51-9083 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $36,230U.S. $39,460 | $41,930 | 180 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.2% |
| Emergency Management DirectorsSOC 11-9161 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $103,120U.S. $93,330 | $111,900 | 170 | Bachelor's degree | +3.9% |
| Electrical and Electronics DraftersSOC 17-3012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $70,940U.S. $76,870 | $77,400 | 170 | Associate's degree | -3.4% |
| Drafters, All OtherSOC 17-3019 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,810U.S. $63,520 | $65,280 | 170 | Associate's degree | -7.3% |
| Calibration Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3028 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $62,450U.S. $67,820 | $66,970 | 170 | Associate's degree | +4.8% |
| Fashion DesignerSOC 27-1022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $78,890U.S. $80,960 | $86,920 | 170 | Bachelor's degree | +0.1% |
| Nurse MidwifeSOC 29-1161 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $77,620U.S. $134,040 | $107,300 | 170 | Master's degree | +11.5% |
| Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related RepairersSOC 49-2092 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,270U.S. $56,210 | $67,420 | 170 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.4% |
| Bicycle RepairersSOC 49-3091 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $41,350U.S. $42,780 | $43,790 | 170 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.7% |
| Metal-Refining Furnace Operators and TendersSOC 51-4051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,170U.S. $54,430 | $62,590 | 170 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.9% |
| Plant and System Operators, All OtherSOC 51-8099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $67,760U.S. $62,470 | $66,820 | 170 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.3% |
| Conveyor Operators and TendersSOC 53-7011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $40,060U.S. $42,420 | $44,360 | 170 | No formal educational credential | -2.6% |
| Environmental Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3025 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $57,110U.S. $59,920 | $61,400 | 160 | Associate's degree | +3.1% |
| ArchivistSOC 25-4011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,690U.S. $64,550 | $64,270 | 160 | Master's degree | +3.4% |
| StonemasonsSOC 47-2022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,140U.S. $57,390 | $61,440 | 160 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.4% |
| Sawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, WoodSOC 51-7041 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,520U.S. $42,770 | $47,220 | 160 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.0% |
| Cleaning, Washing, and Metal Pickling Equipment Operators and TendersSOC 51-9192 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,570U.S. $43,530 | $47,790 | 160 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.4% |
| Soil and Plant ScientistsSOC 19-1013 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $64,070U.S. $78,850 | $71,560 | 150 | Bachelor's degree | +6.7% |
| PhysicistSOC 19-2012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $164,850U.S. $172,250 | $162,610 | 150 | Doctoral or professional degree | +7.2% |
| Media and Communication Workers, All OtherSOC 27-3099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $74,630U.S. $73,620 | $70,760 | 150 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.9% |
| Dentists, All Other SpecialistsSOC 29-1029 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. $224,990 | not published | 150 | Doctoral or professional degree | +1.3% |
| Automotive Glass Installers and RepairersSOC 49-3022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,160U.S. $47,630 | $54,920 | 150 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.7% |
| Motorcycle MechanicSOC 49-3052 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $57,340U.S. $48,580 | $59,280 | 150 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +2.1% |
| Taxi DriverSOC 53-3054 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $37,420U.S. $42,100 | $38,220 | 150 | No formal educational credential | +11.5% |
| Sailors and Marine OilersSOC 53-5011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,630U.S. $51,520 | $60,270 | 150 | No formal educational credential | +3.2% |
| Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3024 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $76,300U.S. $73,900 | $76,550 | 140 | Associate's degree | +2.6% |
| ArbitratorSOC 23-1022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $74,520U.S. $75,530 | $76,090 | 140 | Bachelor's degree | +4.7% |
| Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1051 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $128,690U.S. $103,170 | $140,560 | 140 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.4% |
| Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1062 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $101,180U.S. $85,020 | $121,110 | 140 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.7% |
| Telephone OperatorsSOC 43-2021 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $45,000U.S. $41,740 | $49,150 | 140 | High school diploma or equivalent | -27.6% |
| Agricultural Equipment OperatorsSOC 45-2091 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,220U.S. $41,730 | $49,580 | 140 | No formal educational credential | +8.6% |
| BoilermakerSOC 47-2011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $86,910U.S. $76,410 | $88,260 | 140 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.8% |
| RiggerSOC 49-9096 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $72,660U.S. $62,640 | $69,200 | 140 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.9% |
| Photographic Process Workers and Processing Machine OperatorsSOC 51-9151 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $37,340U.S. $40,610 | $39,520 | 140 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.6% |
| Material Moving Workers, All OtherSOC 53-7199 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,100U.S. $41,800 | $50,420 | 140 | No formal educational credential | +2.7% |
| Orthopedic SurgeonSOC 29-1242 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $341,810U.S. $358,550 | $400,070 | 130 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.0% |
| Genetic CounselorSOC 29-9092 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $106,010U.S. $100,040 | $106,340 | 130 | Master's degree | +10.4% |
| Grounds Maintenance Workers, All OtherSOC 37-3019 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $36,470U.S. $46,860 | $48,430 | 130 | No formal educational credential | +3.7% |
| Proofreaders and Copy MarkersSOC 43-9081 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $54,900U.S. $51,120 | $60,240 | 130 | Bachelor's degree | -0.9% |
| Textile Knitting and Weaving Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-6063 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $45,580U.S. $39,530 | $48,240 | 130 | High school diploma or equivalent | -13.7% |
| UpholsterersSOC 51-6093 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,580U.S. $46,340 | $49,010 | 130 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.3% |
| Personal Service Managers, All OtherSOC 11-9179 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. $69,770 | not published | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.2% |
| Designers, All OtherSOC 27-1029 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $64,970U.S. $64,950 | $75,310 | 120 | Bachelor's degree | +1.2% |
| Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports OfficialsSOC 27-2023 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. $40,710 | not published | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.2% |
| Sound EngineerSOC 27-4014 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $54,200U.S. $73,130 | $67,310 | 120 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -3.1% |
| Costume AttendantsSOC 39-3092 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,420U.S. $50,400 | $55,560 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.9% |
| Musical Instrument Repairers and TunersSOC 49-9063 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,950U.S. $46,420 | $50,120 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.9% |
| Foundry Mold and CoremakersSOC 51-4071 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $54,080U.S. $48,110 | $58,820 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | -23.0% |
| Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-6064 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $34,270U.S. $38,670 | $37,060 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.3% |
| Airfield Operations SpecialistsSOC 53-2022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $81,950U.S. $56,850 | $72,640 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | +7.8% |
| Passenger AttendantsSOC 53-6061 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $37,770U.S. $37,720 | $38,370 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.0% |
| Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and AthletesSOC 13-1011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. $82,890 | not published | 110 | Bachelor's degree | +9.7% |
| Forest and Conservation WorkersSOC 45-4011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,490U.S. $43,680 | $41,960 | 110 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.5% |
| Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble SettersSOC 47-3011 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $57,980U.S. $47,550 | $56,330 | 110 | No formal educational credential | -11.7% |
| Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4034 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,940U.S. $50,620 | $52,450 | 110 | High school diploma or equivalent | -11.3% |
| Life Scientists, All OtherSOC 19-1099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $96,030U.S. $93,750 | $114,200 | 100 | Bachelor's degree | +6.3% |
| Survey ResearchersSOC 19-3022 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. $69,460 | not published | 100 | Master's degree | -4.8% |
| Agricultural TechniciansSOC 19-4012 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $52,510U.S. $49,630 | $56,000 | 100 | Associate's degree | +5.4% |
| AnimatorSOC 27-1014 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $76,770U.S. $102,030 | $82,110 | 100 | Bachelor's degree | -0.3% |
| ChoreographerSOC 27-2032 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,130U.S. $55,310 | $69,140 | 100 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.1% |
| Helpers--Extraction WorkersSOC 47-5081 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,730U.S. $47,730 | $49,560 | 100 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.7% |
| Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4035 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,630U.S. $52,800 | $52,030 | 100 | High school diploma or equivalent | -13.2% |
| Textile, Apparel, and Furnishings Workers, All OtherSOC 51-6099 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $37,410U.S. $37,280 | $41,130 | 100 | High school diploma or equivalent | -13.4% |
| Cutters and Trimmers, HandSOC 51-9031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $34,000U.S. $38,020 | $36,380 | 100 | No formal educational credential | -18.9% |
| Ship EngineersSOC 53-5031 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. $109,530 | not published | 100 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +2.7% |
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Geography
What area these numbers cover
- Search label
- Philadelphia, PA
- BLS source geography
- Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD
- Geography type
- Metropolitan Statistical Area
- CBSA code
- 37980
- States
- Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland
- Delineation
- OMB Bulletin 23-01, as used by BLS OEWS May 2025
FAQ
Common questions
What are the highest-paying jobs in Philadelphia, PA?
In the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metropolitan area (CBSA 37980), BLS OEWS counted 2,897,830 jobs in May 2025, with a median annual wage of $54,310 across all occupations. Among occupations whose local estimate meets the reliability rule, the highest medians are Family Medicine Physician ($294,430), CEO ($292,770), Physicians, All Other ($245,810).
Is this the city or the metro area?
BLS reports occupational wages for the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metropolitan statistical area (CBSA 37980), which includes Philadelphia, Camden and Wilmington and surrounding communities. Figures describe that whole area, not Philadelphia city limits. It spans Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland.
Are these job openings?
No. OEWS employment counts people working in each occupation across the metro in May 2025, not vacancies or hiring.
Method
How this page is built
BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates for every detailed occupation with 100+ jobs in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metropolitan statistical area (CBSA 37980). Medians and means are OEWS fields; employment counts people working in the occupation (excluding the self-employed), not openings. Typical entry education and outlook are BLS national Employment Projections. Suppressed values are shown as not published and never imputed. Searches this page answers include “high paying jobs philadelphia”, “high paying jobs in philadelphia”, “careers in philadelphia” (Ahrefs, U.S.).
What this page can't tell you
Sources- City limits: BLS publishes metro-area estimates.
- Job openings or hiring: employment is the number of people working.
- Local outlook: projections shown are national.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 metropolitan-area estimates (2018 SOC; metropolitan statistical areas per OMB Bulletin 23-01), public domain.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program, national occupational projections 2025–35 (no metro projections are published in this dataset).
- U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities, 2024 (released February 19, 2026).