Top Paying Jobs in Altoona, PA
Altoona, PA has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 16,270 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($279,160), Chief Executives ($197,360), Architectural and Engineering Managers ($133,050). The cost of living index is 89.51 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,138/month.
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Avg. median salary
89.51
Cost of living index
$1,138
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Altoona
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products | Sales | $60K | $28.63/hr |
| 92 | First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors | Transportation | $59K | $28.21/hr |
| 93 | Sheet Metal Workers | Construction & Trades | $59K | $28.19/hr |
| 94 | Electricians | Construction & Trades | $59K | $28.18/hr |
| 95 | Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers | Repair & Maintenance | $59K | $28.15/hr |
| 96 | Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel | Sales | $58K | $27.87/hr |
| 97 | Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines | Repair & Maintenance | $58K | $27.8/hr |
| 98 | Postal Service Mail Carriers | Office & Admin | $58K | $27.74/hr |
| 99 | Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | Repair & Maintenance | $58K | $27.72/hr |
| 100 | Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators | Production & Manufacturing | $57K | $27.62/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Altoona
Cost of living vs. national average-10.5% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,138/mo
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