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# Hiring in Reading, PA — Salary & Top Employers

**State:** [Pennsylvania Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/pennsylvania?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 1,147
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 1,560
- Median salary: $54K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $39K – $78K
- Remote share: 4.2%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 1,560 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Pay in Reading, PA runs 23% below the United States median ($54K vs $70K).
- Industries with the most postings in Reading, PA: Hospitals and Health Care (8% of all postings), followed by Retail and Professional Services.

*Numbers above are computed from postings on employer career sites published in the window shown below, closed ones included. Salary figures use posted ranges where available; the market median is the median of the country the pay is quoted in, as its location page shows it. Confidence reflects sample size and signal stability vs the prior month.*

## Top industries in Reading, PA

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitals & Health Care | 130 | $43K |
| Retail | 130 | — |
| Professional Services | 103 | $37K |
| Staffing & Recruiting | 80 | — |
| Truck Transportation | 80 | — |
| Restaurants | 69 | — |
| Oil & Gas | 56 | $107K |
| Electronics Manufacturing | 42 | — |
| Chemical Manufacturing | 41 | — |
| Utilities | 41 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Reading, PA

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Security Officer | 43 | $37K |
| Retail Sales Associate | 41 | — |
| Customer Service Representative | 40 | — |
| General Manager | 34 | — |
| Sales Representative | 32 | — |
| Assistant Manager | 31 | — |
| Power Systems Engineer | 30 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Reading, PA

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Domino's Pizza Pakistan Jobs & Careers — QSR](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/domino-s-pizza?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 64 |
| [Allied Universal Jobs & Careers — Security Services](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/allied-universal?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 33 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 24 employers filed 107 petitions; 2% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Reading, PA

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Penske | 55 | $124K |
| Penske | 10 | — |
| Substation Engineering Company | 6 | — |
| Reading Truck | 5 | — |
| Capgemini | 4 | — |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What entry-level jobs are common in Reading, PA?

Entry-level work in Reading is often easiest to find in retail, support services, customer-facing operations, and basic administrative roles. That makes the city workable for first-step job searches, while experience and certifications matter more as you move into higher-paying positions.
### Which neighborhoods or areas in Reading have the most jobs?

In Reading, hiring usually clusters around downtown, Route 222, and industrial parks. Those areas tend to collect the largest employers, commuter access, and the highest concentration of listings in the city.
### What is the salary outlook for jobs in Reading, PA?

Reading pay is usually strongest in licensed, technical, management, or specialized roles tied to manufacturing and logistics. Entry-level support or service jobs tend to sit lower, so the salary section on this page is the best way to compare current listings across the local market.
### Are there seasonal hiring patterns in Reading?

Reading can show seasonal movement when tourism, school calendars, healthcare demand, or production cycles affect employers. Checking fresh listings regularly matters because local demand can change faster than a static employer roster.
### How can I widen my search beyond Reading, PA?

A wider search usually starts with Allentown, Lancaster, and Philadelphia. You can compare those markets from the nearby cities section, then open the <a href="/locations/pennsylvania">Pennsylvania jobs page</a> for a broader statewide view.
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