salary$29,470 a year$14 an hour · median pay in the Pittsburgh, PA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$22,190per year
Top pay (top 10%)$36,720per year
Jobs in the area20,950people work this job
Can a cashier afford Pittsburgh?
Expensive. Rent of $1,621 a month takes 66.0% of the median cashier salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a cashier make in Pittsburgh, PA?
The median pay for a cashier in the Pittsburgh, PA area is $29,470 a year ($14 an hour). Most earn between $22,190 and $36,720.
Can a cashier afford to live in Pittsburgh?
Typical rent of $1,621 a month takes 66.0% of the median cashier salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Pittsburgh, PA metro area.