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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Logisticians salary in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Pittsburgh metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$75,520
Mean annual$77,340
Range (10th to 90th)$49,540 to $109,680
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania employment1,650
State vs national-8.3% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Pittsburgh logisticians fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$49,54025TH$57,860MEDIAN$75,52075TH$88,99090TH$109,680

The middle 50% of workers earn between $57,860 and $88,990, with a median of $75,520.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    Less than 5 years

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Transportation

    Knowledge

    4.8 / 5
  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • English Language

    Knowledge

    4.0 / 5
  • Problem Sensitivity

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Critical Thinking

    Cross-functional

    4.0 / 5
  • Deductive Reasoning

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Maintain and develop positive business relationships with a customer's key personnel involved in, or directly relevant to, a logistics activity.

  2. 02

    Develop an understanding of customers' needs and take actions to ensure that such needs are met.

  3. 03

    Manage subcontractor activities, reviewing proposals, developing performance specifications, and serving as liaisons between subcontractors and organizations.

  4. 04

    Develop proposals that include documentation for estimates.

  5. 05

    Review logistics performance with customers against targets, benchmarks, and service agreements.

  6. 06

    Direct availability and allocation of materials, supplies, and finished products.

  7. 07

    Explain proposed solutions to customers, management, or other interested parties through written proposals and oral presentations.

  8. 08

    Redesign the movement of goods to maximize value and minimize costs.

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Other metros in Pennsylvania

How the Pittsburgh metro compares to other major Pennsylvania metro areas for logisticians.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Logisticians in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Logisticians in the Pittsburgh metropolitan area is $75,520.
Does Pittsburgh pay more than the Pennsylvania state average for Logisticians?
The Pittsburgh metro median is -2.9% versus the Pennsylvania state median of $77,740.
How does Pittsburgh compare to the national median for Logisticians?
The Pittsburgh metro median is -8.3% versus the BLS national figure of $82,384.
What is the salary range for Logisticians in Pittsburgh?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $49,540 and the 90th-percentile at $109,680 for the Pittsburgh metro area.
What education is required for Logisticians?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Pittsburgh CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.