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    ByLocal Market Research Team
    Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
    Updated January 15, 2026
    Retail
    Pittsburgh, PA

    Cashier Jobs in Pittsburgh

    Temp and flexible cashier positions in Pittsburgh pay $12.00-$15.81/hr — 4% below the national average, with a cost of living 7% below the U.S. baseline.

    $12-$16

    Per Hour

    $556

    Weekly (40hrs)

    93

    Cost Index

    EST

    Time Zone

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    Quick Facts

    Top Industries in Pittsburgh

    Healthcare
    Education
    Technology
    Hospitality

    Monthly Costs

    1-Bed Rent$1350
    Groceries$320
    Transport$85
    More about Pittsburgh

    About Cashier Jobs in Pittsburgh

    Cashiers in Pittsburgh earn $12.00-$15.81/hr, below the national average.

    Cashiers process customer purchases, handle payments, and provide customer service at checkout in retail stores, grocery stores, and other establishments.

    Most cashier positions in Pittsburgh are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

    Cashier Pay: Pittsburgh vs Nearby Cities

    CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
    Pittsburgh, PA$12–$16/hr93$1,350
    Philadelphia, PA$12–$17/hr102$1,550
    New York City, NY$22–$32/hr187$3,500
    Boston, MA$18–$26/hr152$2,800
    Baltimore, MD$13–$18/hr107$1,600
    Worker Proprietary Metric

    Worker Affordability Score

    Calculated for Cashier in Pittsburgh

    1.6x
    Challenging
    97
    Hours to pay rent
    61%
    Rent / gross income
    0
    Monthly disposable
    18% less affordable than US national average

    Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.

    What You’ll Actually Earn in Pittsburgh

    Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
    Gross monthly$2,408
    Est. taxes (~22%)-$530
    Take-home$1,878
    After Essential Costs
    1-Bed Rent$1,350
    Groceries + transport$405
    Remaining$123

    Based on avg Cashier rate of $13.91/hr at 40 hrs/wk.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Scan items and process transactions accurately
    • Handle cash, credit cards, and other payments
    • Bag items and assist with carry-out
    • Answer customer questions about products
    • Maintain clean checkout area

    Skills & Requirements

    Key Skills
    Customer service
    Cash handling
    Basic math
    Communication
    Speed & accuracy
    Requirements
    • Basic math skills
    • Customer service orientation

    Earnings Calculator for Pittsburgh

    Calculate Your Cashier Earningsin Pittsburgh
    $14/hr
    $12/hr$15.81/hr
    25 hr
    5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
    Weekly
    $350
    Monthly
    $1,516
    Yearly
    $18,200
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    Career Path from Cashier

    Cashier

    0-1 years

    Head Cashier

    1-2 years

    Customer Service Lead

    2-3 years

    Front End Supervisor

    3+ years

    FAQs: Cashier Jobs in Pittsburgh

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    Cashier in Other Cities

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    Related Resources

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    Data Sources & Methodology

    The information on this page is compiled from the following sources:

    1. [1]
      BLS QCEW — Employment and wage data at state and county level by industry.Visit
    2. [2]
      BLS CES — Monthly survey of ~670,000 worksites providing industry-level employment and earnings data.Visit
    3. [3]
      Census ACS — Demographic, economic, and housing data for communities.Visit
    4. [4]
      Indeed Hiring Lab — Monthly posted-wage data by job title from Indeed job listings.Visit
    5. [5]
      MWPVL — Comprehensive database of distribution center and warehouse locations.Visit
    6. [6]
      DOL/State Labor Depts — Minimum wage rates, tip credits, licensing requirements, and regulations by state.Visit

    Data Freshness

    CategoryCost of Living
    Last Updated2026-01-15
    Next Update2027-01-15

    We strive to keep all data accurate and up-to-date. Pay rates may vary based on location, experience, and employer.

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