Riggers Salary in Pennsylvania
Riggers in Pennsylvania make a median of $60,410 a year, or about $29.05 an hour. The range runs from $41K at the entry level to $73K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Pennsylvania. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $60K get you in Pennsylvania?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Pennsylvania
Entry-level riggers (10th percentile) start around $41K. Mid-career wages sit at $60K. Top earners bring in $73K or more, a $32K spread from bottom to top.
Riggers salary by metro in Pennsylvania
2 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington | $67K | +11% | 120 |
| Pittsburgh | $45K | -26% | 40 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do riggers make in Pennsylvania?
The median is $60,410 a year, that works out to about $29 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $40,960, and experienced riggers can clear $72,680. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $60K enough to live in Pennsylvania?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $4,060/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,351/month, which eats 33.3% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a riggers salary go in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median riggers salary is worth about $63,610 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do riggers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.