What RNs earn in Pittsburgh
Registered nurses in the Pittsburgh, PA metro earn a median of $82,370 a year, 16% below the national RN median of $97,550. The middle half of RNs here earn between $78,700 and $101,010, so experience, specialty and shift differentials can move you a long way inside that range. Among the 60 metro markets The RN Network tracks, Pittsburgh ranks #55 for median RN pay.
| Role | Median | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $82,370 | $78,700 – $101,010 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $119,630 | $107,290 – $132,150 |
| Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) | $223,570 | $195,540 – $229,700 |
Powered by RN Workforce Insights™ · 2025 annual pay. Typical range is the 25th to 75th percentile.
Cost of living and the Pittsburgh nursing market
Pay only tells half the story. A two-bedroom apartment at fair market rent runs about $1,299 a month in Pittsburgh, which is roughly 19% of a median RN salary before taxes. That leaves RNs here more room in the budget than in most big nursing markets.
About 29,360 RNs work in this metro, the #24 largest RN workforce of the markets we track. The RN Network directory lists 113 healthcare employers in Pittsburgh, including 47 behavioral health facilities, 26 long-term care facilities, 19 dialysis centers and 11 hospitals.
Hospitals hiring nurses in Pittsburgh
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How much do registered nurses make in Pittsburgh?
The median RN salary in the Pittsburgh, PA metro is $82,370 a year, and the middle half of RNs earn between $78,700 and $101,010.
What do nurse practitioners earn in Pittsburgh?
Nurse practitioners in the Pittsburgh metro earn a median of $119,630 a year.
Can a nurse afford to live in Pittsburgh?
A two-bedroom apartment at fair market rent costs about $1,299 a month in Pittsburgh, roughly 19% of a median RN salary before taxes.
Which hospitals hire nurses in Pittsburgh?
Hospitals in the Pittsburgh area include Magee Womens Hospital of UPMC Health System, St Clair Hospital, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Passavant, UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside. See the full list in The RN Network facility directory.
How do I find a nursing job in Pittsburgh?
Browse current Pennsylvania openings on The RN Network job board, claim your free Talent Agent profile so employers hiring in Pittsburgh can find you, and compare pay using the Pennsylvania salary guide.