Pennsylvania Median
$142,850
per year
Hourly Rate
$68.68
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-3% vs US median
US median $147,470
State Rank
#14 of 27
160 employed here
How much does a Medical Dosimetrist make in Pennsylvania?
Medical Dosimetrists in Pennsylvania take home a median of $142,850 annually — roughly $68.68 an hour — which runs 3% below the national median of $147,470.
Within Pennsylvania, entry-level pay starts around $106,350 while the top 10% make $167,160 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $120,010 and $156,090 a year.
Medical Dosimetrist salary range in Pennsylvania
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $106,350 | $51.13 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $120,010 | $57.70 |
|
| 50th percentile (median) | $142,850 | $68.68 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $156,090 | $75.04 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $167,160 | $80.37 |
|
How Pennsylvania compares
Pennsylvania ranks 14th out of 27 states and territories for Medical Dosimetrist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Medical Dosimetrist salary in other states
Washington $189,280Oregon $183,990New Jersey $170,650New York $166,540Illinois $163,860Georgia $155,390Florida $153,490Ohio $150,900Kansas $150,670North Carolina $147,830Maryland $147,470Indiana $144,320Oklahoma $143,120Virginia $142,830Wisconsin $142,300Arizona $142,090Massachusetts $140,990South Carolina $140,530California $140,380Arkansas $138,260Michigan $137,970Tennessee $135,530Texas $134,680Missouri $129,610Mississippi $115,490West Virginia $45,350
Working as a Medical Dosimetrist in Pennsylvania
Nationally, about 3,000 people work as Medical Dosimetrists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Pennsylvania pay ($142,850) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Medical Dosimetrist make in Pennsylvania?
The median Medical Dosimetrist salary in Pennsylvania is $142,850 per year, or about $68.68 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $106,350 at the entry level to $167,160 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Pennsylvania pay compare to the national average?
Pennsylvania pays Medical Dosimetrists about 3% less than the national median of $147,470. Pennsylvania ranks 14th out of 27 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for Medical Dosimetrists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $142,850 a year. About 160 Medical Dosimetrists are employed in Pennsylvania. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Pennsylvania?
The highest-paying occupations in Pennsylvania include Cardiologist ($579,120), Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons ($553,740), Anesthesiologist ($461,390), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.