One Pennsylvania Town Makes 50 Best Places to Live in the U.S. List

Pennsylvania is a great place to live, and now, one town in the Keystone State has been named one of the best in America.

Each year, Money.com releases it ranking of the 50 Best Places to Live in the U.S. "We look at the things that matter most to people: economic opportunities, quality of life, diversity, and where the best futures lie," they state.

So, which Pennsylvania town made the cut? Abington came in at No. 24 on the list. "Located just 12 miles from downtown Philadelphia, Abington is a first-ring suburb that provides affordable housing, a highly-regarded school system and easy access to the culture and entertainment of Philly," they state in the article.

They add, "There are plenty of activities to keep the kids entertained year-round. The town’s parks and recreation department offers youth programs that range from tee-ball to 'ultimate warrior' camps. For budding STEM aficionados, the department also offers programs on forensics, engineering and 'Super Slimy Science,' a journey through different scientific fields where kids can play with slime, build a catapult, learn about optical illusions and more."

According to the study, there are more than 5,000 businesses that call Abington Township home, most of them retail shops and small businesses. Some of the largest employers are Abington Memorial Hospital, the Holy Redeemer Health System and the Willow Grove Park Mall. For the full story on the 50 Best Places to Live in the U.S., go here.

The current job market is a hot topic, as opportunities are flourishing in a variety of industries. So, if you’re looking for a new job, what are some of the best careers to get into to ensure financial success, especially if you live in Pennsylvania?

Obviously, Indeed.com is a major source for job seekers and employers across America. The crew at Indeed.com has put together a list of the top highest paying jobs in Pennsylvania. "The Indeed Editorial Team comprises a diverse and talented team of writers, researchers and subject matter experts equipped with Indeed's data and insights to deliver useful tips to help guide your career journey," they state in the study.

Indeed.com continues, "According to Indeed Salaries and the Bureau of Labor Statistics' latest numbers, the highest-paying jobs in Pennsylvania are often found in the healthcare and financial sectors. It takes years of industry experience to obtain the qualifications to earn a position with high pay for many professionals. However, many jobs are still high-paying and require fewer years of experience. In this article, we list the highest paying jobs in Pennsylvania."

It's not a big surprise, but most of the jobs at the top of the income bracket according to this study are somehow involved with the medical field. In fact, every single job in the top 10 listed is part of that field. But, there are other jobs, too, that make a lot of cash, which are also included in Indeed's study. If you know of someone just start their career and trying to figure out what route of study to go, this could be a helpful list. Read on for the 15 highest-paying jobs in Pennsylvania, including information on each job type, and best of luck on your ventures. Find the full list of all the highest-paying jobs in Pennsylvania via Indeed here.

The average salary for a orthopedist is $186,170 per year in Pennsylvania. That's from data consisting of 9 salaries reported, updated at October 11, 2022.

Here's more information on this job type:

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/22472-orthopedist#:~:text=An%20orthopedist%20(also%20spelled%20orthopaedist,get%20relief%20with%20nonsurgical%20therapies.

The average salary for a orthodontist is $1,147 per day in Pennsylvania. 45 salaries reported, updated at October 13, 2022.

Here's more information on this job type:

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/24285-orthodontics/when-to-call-the-doctor

The average salary for a telemedicine physician is $83.90 per hour in Pennsylvania. That's from data consisting of 4 salaries reported, updated at July 22, 2022.

Here's more information on this job type:

https://www.aafp.org/news/media-center/kits/telemedicine-and-telehealth.html#:~:text=What%20is%20telemedicine%3F,patient%20at%20a%20distant%20site.

The average salary for a urgent care physician is $167,692 per year in Pennsylvania. That's from data consisting of 1.2k salaries reported, updated at October 14, 2022.

Here's more information on this job type:

https://aaucm.org/what-is-urgent-care-medicine/

The average salary for a obstetrics and gynecology physician is $125,230 per year in Pennsylvania. That's from data consisting of 29 salaries reported, updated at September 21, 2022.

Here's more information on this job type:

https://www.abog.org/about-abog/policies/definition-of-an-obstetrician-and-gynecologist

The average salary for a neurologist is $189,828 per year in Pennsylvania. That's from data consisting of 14 salaries reported, updated at October 9, 2022.

Here's more information on this job type:

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/22277-neurologist

The average salary for a surgeon is $194,344 per year in Pennsylvania. That's from data consisting of 2.4k salaries reported, updated at October 14, 2022.

Here's more information on this job type:

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/22085-oral-surgery

The average salary for a pediatric hospitalist is $127,792 per year in Pennsylvania. That's from data consisting of 5 salaries reported, updated at October 9, 2022.

Here's more information on this job type:

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/health-management/pediatric-specialists/Pages/What-is-a-Pediatric-Hospitalist.aspx#:~:text=Pediatric%20hospitalists%20are%20pediatricians%20who,the%20pediatric%20intensive%20care%20unit.

The average salary for a psychiatrist is $240,324 per year in Pennsylvania. That's from data consisting of 225 salaries reported, updated at October 14, 2022.

Here's more information on this job type:

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/22702-psychiatrist

The average salary for a physician is $194,168 per year in Pennsylvania. That's from data consisting of 60 salaries reported, updated at October 14, 2022.

Here's more information on this job type:

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/22835-western-medicine

The average salary for a periodontist is $224,548 per year in Pennsylvania. That's from data consisting of 4 salaries reported, updated at July 11, 2022.

Here's more information on this job type:

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/23461-periodontics-periodontist#:~:text=A%20note%20from%20Cleveland%20Clinic&text=Periodontists%20are%20dental%20specialists%20who,ve%20never%20been%20to%20one.

The average salary for a surgeon is $194,344 per year in Pennsylvania. That's from data consisting of 2.4k salaries reported, updated at October 14, 2022.

Here's more information on this job type:

https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/surgeon

The average salary for a gastroenterologist is $207,636 per year in Pennsylvania. That's from data consisting of 8 salaries reported, updated at August 30, 2022.

Here's more information on this job type:

https://gi.org/patients/gi-health-and-disease/what-is-a-gastroenterologist/

The average salary for a cardiology physician is $266,751 per year in Pennsylvania. That's from data consisting of 15 salaries reported, updated at October 5, 2022.

Here's more information on this job type:

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/21983-cardiologist

The average salary for a anesthesiologist is $240,824 per year in Pennsylvania. That's from data consisting of 33 salaries reported, updated at October 11, 2022.

Here's more information on this job type:

https://www.hss.edu/what-is-an-anesthesiologist.asp#:~:text=An%20anesthesiologist%20is%20a%20doctor,and%20the%20administration%20of%20anesthetics.

This list is via Indeed.com.