Power Plant Operators Salary in Pennsylvania
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Pennsylvania
Power Plant Operators in Pennsylvania earn a median salary of $86,012 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, -13.7% vs the national median of $99,670. An estimated 870 power plant operators are employed across Pennsylvania, with salaries ranging from $79,090 to $97,920 depending on location.
$86,012
Avg median salary in Pennsylvania
$97,920
Highest paying metro
$79,090
Lowest paying metro
870
Employed in Pennsylvania
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Power Plant Operators salaries by city in Pennsylvania
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $97,920 | $84,880 | $102,290 | 390 |
| Southwestern Pennsylvania | $87,650 | $80,190 | $92,110 | 100 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $83,210 | $73,520 | $98,130 | 150 |
| Scranton, PA | $82,190 | $63,010 | $93,330 | 60 |
| Central Pennsylvania | $79,090 | $77,700 | $98,960 | 170 |