salary$57,880 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Pittsburgh, PA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$42,970per year
Top pay (top 10%)$76,810per year
Jobs in the area14,620people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Pittsburgh?
Expensive. Rent of $1,621 a month takes 33.6% of the median truck driver 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 truck driver make in Pittsburgh, PA?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Pittsburgh, PA area is $57,880 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $42,970 and $76,810.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Pittsburgh?
Typical rent of $1,621 a month takes 33.6% of the median truck driver 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.