As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Scale Operator in Johnstown, PA is $34,931, equivalent to $17 per hour, $672 weekly, or $2,911 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Scale Operator in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Scale Operator in Johnstown, PA vary widely, spanning from $28,349 to $41,936. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($31,486) and 75th percentile ($38,598), while top earners (90th percentile) make $41,936 per year. This $7,112 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Machine Operation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Johnstown Scale Operator often earn 10.8% lower than national averages. However, Johnstown currently ranks 767 statewide for Scale Operator job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Scale Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $28,349 Johnstown, PA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $31,486 Johnstown, PA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $34,931 Johnstown, PA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $38,598 Johnstown, PA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $41,936 Johnstown, PA April 01, 2026
25% $31,486 10% $28,349 90% $41,936 75% $38,598 $34,931 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Johnstown, Pennsylvania    Johnstown is a city in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States, 43 miles (69 km) west-southwest of Altoona and 67 miles (108 km) east of Pittsburg....More

Johnstown, Pennsylvania  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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