Hourly to Salary for Pennsylvania (2026)
Pennsylvania (PA) Key Facts
Minimum Wage
$7.25/hr
Minimum Annual Salary (at 40 hrs/wk)
$15,080
Median Hourly Rate
$32.21/hr
Median Household Income
$67,000
State Income Tax Rate
3.07%
How This Calculator Works in Pennsylvania
This calculator converts an hourly wage to its annual, monthly, biweekly, and weekly salary equivalents for workers in Pennsylvania. Enter your hourly rate and work schedule to see the breakdown. It uses the standard 2,080-hour work year by default and can be adjusted for different weekly hours or weeks per year to match your actual schedule.
Pennsylvania Overview
Pennsylvania's minimum wage is $7.25/hr per hour — Pennsylvania's minimum wage matches the federal rate of $7.25/hr. Philadelphia has attempted local wage increases but is preempted by state law. The median hourly wage in Pennsylvania is approximately $32.21/hr, and the median household income is $67,000. Pennsylvania's overtime salary threshold for exempt employees is more generous than federal requirements, meaning more salaried workers qualify for overtime protection.
How Pennsylvania Compares
Pennsylvania's minimum wage of $7.25 is lower than neighboring New York's $15.50. The median hourly rate of $32.21 is below New York's $34.62. States with higher minimum wages generally have higher costs of living — Pennsylvania's cost of living index is 98 compared to the national average of 100.
| State | Top Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $15.50/hr min wage | New York has a minimum wage of $15.50, a median hourly rate of approximately $34.62, and a state income tax rate up to 10.9%. |
| New Jersey | $15.49/hr min wage | New Jersey has a minimum wage of $15.49, a median hourly rate of approximately $41.35, and a state income tax rate up to 10.75%. |
| Ohio | $10.45/hr min wage | Ohio has a minimum wage of $10.45, a median hourly rate of approximately $27.88, and a state income tax rate up to 3.5%. |
The federal minimum wage is $7.25 per hour, which translates to $15,080 annually at full time. Pennsylvania's minimum wage of $7.25 yields an annual salary of $15,080. The median hourly wage in Pennsylvania is approximately $32.21, which is above the national median of roughly $26.44 per hour.
Tips for Pennsylvania Residents
- 1Pennsylvania matches the federal minimum wage of $7.25/hr, but the state sets a higher salary threshold for overtime exemptions than federal law, protecting more workers. Use the state minimum as a baseline when evaluating hourly job offers in Pennsylvania.
- 2The standard conversion assumes 2,080 working hours per year (40 hours/week times 52 weeks). Adjust for unpaid time off if your employer does not offer paid vacation.
- 3Pennsylvania has a state income tax with a top rate of 3.07%. Factor in both state and federal taxes when estimating take-home pay from your hourly rate.
- 4If you regularly work overtime in Pennsylvania, your effective annual salary will be higher than the standard 40-hour calculation. Use the overtime calculator for a more precise estimate.
- 5When comparing hourly pay to a salaried offer, add the value of benefits like health insurance, retirement contributions, and paid time off — these typically represent 20-30% of additional compensation value.