As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Systems Designer in Pittsburgh, PA is $144,477, equivalent to $69 per hour, $2,778 weekly, or $12,040 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Systems Designer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Systems Designer in Pittsburgh, PA vary widely, spanning from $122,894 to $162,687. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($133,179) and 75th percentile ($154,009), while top earners (90th percentile) make $162,687 per year. This $20,830 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Agile, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Pittsburgh Systems Designer often earn 2.2% lower than national averages. However, Pittsburgh currently ranks 447 statewide for Systems Designer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Systems Designer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Systems Designer Salary $122,894 Pittsburgh, PA September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Systems Designer Salary $133,179 Pittsburgh, PA September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Systems Designer Salary $144,477 Pittsburgh, PA September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Systems Designer Salary $154,009 Pittsburgh, PA September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Systems Designer Salary $162,687 Pittsburgh, PA September 01, 2026
25% $133,179 10% $122,894 90% $162,687 75% $154,009 $144,477 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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