Unemployment Rate
4.2%
Labor Force
224,843
Employed
215,310
Unemployed
9,533
Unemployment Rate Trend
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Local Area Unemployment Statistics.
Top Paying Occupations in Reading, PA
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| Chief Executives | $229,740 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $159,720 |
| Dentists, General | $151,850 |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $148,550 |
| Pharmacists | $143,210 |
| Optometrists | $139,400 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $135,390 |
| Financial Managers | $133,900 |
| Commercial Pilots | $133,240 |
| Veterinarians | $133,110 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.