Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Pennsylvania | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $79,000 | $86,427 | -9% |
| Median hourly wage | $37.98 | $41.55 | -9% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $80,943.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | $83,075 | $57,200 | $109,200 | 109 |
The median annual salary for a Accountant in Pennsylvania is $79,000, or about $37.98 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Accountants is $86,427. Pennsylvania is -9% below the national median.
Entry-level accountants in Pennsylvania typically earn from $57,200 depending on the city and employer.
With 54,290 accountant jobs on record and a median salary of $79,000, Pennsylvania offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.