salary$83,190 a year$40 an hour · median pay in the Pittsburgh, PA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$50,470per year
Top pay (top 10%)$107,630per year
Jobs in the area5,080people work this job
Can a police officer afford Pittsburgh?
OK. Rent of $1,621 a month takes 23.4% of the median police officer salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a police officer make in Pittsburgh, PA?
The median pay for a police officer in the Pittsburgh, PA area is $83,190 a year ($40 an hour). Most earn between $50,470 and $107,630.
Can a police officer afford to live in Pittsburgh?
Typical rent of $1,621 a month takes 23.4% of the median police officer salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Pittsburgh, PA metro area.