Orderlies pay in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, the median pay for orderlies is $19.30 an hour ($40,140 a year). About 3,550 people work in this job there.
That is 5% higher than the U.S. median ($38,290). Pennsylvania ranks 13th of 47 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for orderlies in Pennsylvania
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.47 | $36,350 |
| 25% of workers | $18.39 | $38,240 |
| Half of workers (median) | $19.30 | $40,140 |
| 75% of workers | $21.27 | $44,230 |
| 90% of workers | $21.85 | $45,450 |
Orderlies pay in Pennsylvania metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | $44,510 | 100 |
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton | $43,930 | 300 |
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington | $43,570 | 1,740 |
| Harrisburg-Carlisle | $39,950 | 280 |
| York-Hanover | $39,630 | 170 |
| Pittsburgh | $37,740 | 720 |
| Altoona | $30,370 | 0 |
Pennsylvania unemployment rate: 3.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for orderlies
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 7,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Pennsylvania
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $44,590 |
| Medical Assistants | $43,920 |
| Surgical Technologists | $62,680 |
| Medical Equipment Preparers | $45,820 |
| Psychiatric Aides | $44,790 |
| Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians | $32,730 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $35,520 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $29,420 |
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