Salary distribution
Where Pennsylvania statisticians fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $61,650 and $129,350, with a median of $83,660.
Statisticians in Pennsylvania: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 190 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $119,650. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 36 | $75,826 |
| Level II — qualified | 52 | $101,748 |
| Level III — experienced | 42 | $138,409 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 32 | $159,325 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Statisticians in Pennsylvania. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | Associate Principal Scientist, Statistical Programming | 27 | $137,218 |
| TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA | Statistical Analyst A | 20 | $88,822 |
| The Vanguard Group, Inc. | Data Analyst, Specialist | 13 | $142,449 |
| ClinChoice Inc. | Senior Statistical Programmer/Analyst I | 8 | $92,532 |
| ExlService.com, LLC | Project Manager | 7 | $122,397 |
| Susquehanna International Group, LLP | Quantitative Research Trading Associate | 6 | $84,600 |
| TechData Service Company LLC | Statistician | 5 | $90,000 |
| Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | Associate Director, Statistical Programming | 4 | $179,836 |
| Calsoft Labs Inc | Clinical SAS Programmer | 4 | $90,000 |
| The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. | Quantitative Analytics & Model Development Professional | 3 | $155,134 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Statistical Analyst B at TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA$87,645PhiladelphiaDecided Dec 26, 2025I-200-25352-495024
- Project Manager at ExlService.com, LLC$142,771PittsburghDecided Dec 24, 2025I-200-25351-489371
- Senior Scientist, Statistical Programming at Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC$114,700North WalesDecided Dec 23, 2025I-200-25350-485673
- Quantitative Analytics & Model Development Professional at The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.$155,134PittsburghDecided Dec 23, 2025I-200-25350-486677
- Senior Scientist, Statistical Programming at Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC$114,700North WalesDecided Dec 18, 2025I-200-25345-474681
- Sr. Biostatistician at TechData Service Company LLC$140,000KING OF PRUSSIADecided Dec 18, 2025I-200-25345-477077
- Senior Project Biostatistics Lead at Sanofi Pasteur Inc.$147,000SwiftwaterDecided Dec 11, 2025I-200-25338-457974
- Senior Manager, Statistical Programming at Bristol-Myers Squibb Company$148,426PottstownDecided Dec 10, 2025I-200-25337-455597
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
Statisticians pay by experience level in Pennsylvania
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Statisticians specialties in Pennsylvania
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 111 certified offers. The most common variant is Associate Principal Scientist, Statistical Programming at a median of $138,409.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Associate Principal Scientist, Statistical Programming | Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 28 | $138,409 |
| Senior Statistical Programmer | Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 12 | $139,060 |
| Associate Director, Statistical Programming | Merrick Bank Corporation | 11 | $164,000 |
| Biostatistician | TechData Service Company LLC | 10 | $118,047 |
| Data Analyst, Specialist | The Vanguard Group, Inc. | 9 | $119,543 |
| Data Scientist, Specialist | The Vanguard Group, Inc. | 9 | $147,785 |
| Senior Manager, Statistical Programming | Bristol-Myers Squibb Company | 7 | $150,000 |
| Senior Statistical Programmer/Analyst | ClinChoice Inc. | 7 | $84,365 |
| Clinical SAS Programmer | Calsoft Labs Inc | 5 | $90,000 |
| Statistician | TechData Service Company LLC | 5 | $73,320 |
| Project Manager | ExlService.com, LLC | 4 | $118,699 |
| Research Analyst | TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA | 4 | $100,744 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Statisticians in Pennsylvania, by industry
Median offered wage across 190 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Professional services leads with a median of $122,397.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional services | Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 72 | $122,397 |
| Finance and insurance | The Vanguard Group, Inc. | 30 | $138,231 |
| Education | TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA | 24 | $87,645 |
| Technology and software | Calsoft Labs Inc | 24 | $116,999 |
| Manufacturing | Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 22 | $149,213 |
| Healthcare | The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia | 13 | $76,003 |
| Transportation and logistics | Federal Express Corporation | 3 | $104,624 |
| Retail and wholesale | THE WEBSTAURANT STORE, INC. | 2 | $176,850 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Pennsylvania over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Master's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.8 / 5
Mathematics
Basic skill
- 4.7 / 5
Mathematics
Knowledge
- 4.6 / 5
Mathematical Reasoning
Ability
- 4.3 / 5
Number Facility
Ability
- 4.1 / 5
Critical Thinking
Cross-functional
- 4.1 / 5
Inductive Reasoning
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Reading Comprehension
Basic skill
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Analyze and interpret statistical data to identify significant differences in relationships among sources of information.
- 02
Determine whether statistical methods are appropriate, based on user needs or research questions of interest.
- 03
Identify relationships and trends in data, as well as any factors that could affect the results of research.
- 04
Prepare data for processing by organizing information, checking for inaccuracies, and adjusting and weighting the raw data.
- 05
Present statistical and nonstatistical results, using charts, bullets, and graphs, in meetings or conferences to audiences such as clients, peers, and students.
- 06
Report results of statistical analyses, including information in the form of graphs, charts, and tables.
- 07
Design research projects that apply valid scientific techniques, and use information obtained from baselines or historical data to structure uncompromised and efficient analyses.
- 08
Process large amounts of data for statistical modeling and graphic analysis, using computers.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+8.4%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Growing faster than average
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Statisticians in Pennsylvania?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Statisticians in Pennsylvania is $83,660.
- How does Pennsylvania compare to the national median for Statisticians?
- The Pennsylvania median is -21.1% versus the BLS national figure of $106,000.
- What is the salary range for Statisticians in Pennsylvania?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $59,490 and the 90th-percentile at $161,920, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Statisticians a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 8.4% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Statisticians?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Master's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.