Quick Summary: Allegheny County pays the standard Pennsylvania state rate of **$9.00 per day** for the first 3 days, increasing to **$25.00 per day** on Day 4. Commuters receive **$0.17 per mile** for travel, and parking or transit expenses are not directly reimbursed.

If you live in Pittsburgh or surrounding suburbs in Allegheny County and received a jury summons for the **Fifth Judicial District of Pennsylvania**, your service will take place at either the **Allegheny County Courthouse** or the **City-County Building** in Downtown Pittsburgh.

While serving your community is a vital civic role, it represents a real financial sacrifice for many. Below, we break down your exact daily stipend, transportation reimbursements, and state labor protections.

Allegheny County Juror Daily Stipends

Like all counties in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Allegheny County operates under standard state-legislated juror fees. These fees have not been increased in over a decade:

  • Days 1–3 ($9.00/day): For your first three days of active service or jury selection, the court will pay you a stipend of just **$9.00 per day**.
  • Days 4 and Beyond ($25.00/day): If your trial is complex and runs into a fourth day, your rate increases to **$25.00 per day** for every subsequent day.

Travel and Commuter Allowances

Jurors are compensated for their commute at a rate of **$0.17 per mile** for a daily round-trip from their home address to Downtown Pittsburgh. The county calculates this based on standard zip-to-zip direct driving distances.

⚠️ Parking Note: Allegheny County **does not** reimburse jurors for parking fees at Downtown Pittsburgh garages, nor do they validate parking. Commuting via the **PRT T-Light Rail** or public buses and disembarking at Steel Plaza station is highly recommended to keep commuter costs low.

Pennsylvania State Employer Pay Protection

Under Pennsylvania state law, employers are **not** required to continue paying your salary while you serve on a jury. However, PA law strictly prohibits employers from firing, demoting, or retaliating against you in any way. Your job is legally protected while you are fulfilling your summons.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do I report for jury duty in Allegheny County? ▼

Most jurors report to the Juror Assembly Room on the first floor of the Allegheny County Courthouse (436 Grant St, Pittsburgh, PA 15219). Double check your summons for exact directions.