Urban and Regional Planners Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $57,340 -31.5% vs national
Median hourly $27.57
10th percentile $45,060
90th percentile $60,750
National median $83,720

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,060
    25th
    $46,610
    50th (median)
    $57,340
    75th
    $57,340
    90th
    $60,750

    Top-paying metros for Urban and Regional Planners

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $133,380
    District of Columbia $129,750
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $129,400
    Vallejo, CA $122,550
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $121,940
    Napa, CA $121,750

    Related occupations in Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $82,700
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $77,150
    Conservation Scientists $45,600
    Chemical Technicians $38,160
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $50,600
    Chemists $49,840

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Urban and Regional Planners make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Urban and Regional Planners in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $27.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.45 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Urban and Regional Planners salaries?

    The median Urban and Regional Planners salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 31.5% below the national median of $83,720. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Urban and Regional Planners in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Urban and Regional Planners (10th percentile) earn around $45,060 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,610.