Actors pay in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, the median pay for actors is $22.15 an hour ($46,072 a year). About 890 people work in this job there.
That is 24% lower than the U.S. median ($60,424). Pennsylvania ranks 9th of 21 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for actors in Pennsylvania
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $13.90 | $28,912 |
| 25% of workers | $18.24 | $37,939 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.15 | $46,072 |
| 75% of workers | $25.48 | $52,998 |
| 90% of workers | $37.33 | $77,646 |
Actors pay in Pennsylvania metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lancaster | $49,192 | 140 |
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington | $46,072 | 450 |
| Pittsburgh | $45,053 | 60 |
Pennsylvania unemployment rate: 3.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for actors
- Typical education to start: Some college, no degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: 0% over ten years, little or no change · about 6,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Pennsylvania
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Producers and Directors | $75,460 |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | $77,280 |
| Writers and Authors | $77,410 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $52,080 |
| Music Directors and Composers | $61,160 |
| Coaches and Scouts | $48,730 |
| Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers, All Other | $48,818 |
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