Trisha Pittman Bio, WPXI-TV, Age, Family, Husband, Career, Net Worth & More
Trisha Pittman is the calm, caffeinated voice steering Pittsburgh through rush-hour gridlock every weekday morning on WPXI-TV’s Channel 11 Morning News. A Lehigh-Valley native who traded farm-country silos for Steel-City tunnels, she has logged 23 consecutive years in broadcast traffic reporting—making her one of the longest-tenured traffic anchors in Pennsylvania television and a trusted on-air companion for nearly two generations of drivers.
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Trisha Pittman |
| Professional Name | Trisha Pittman |
| Profession | Broadcast Journalist – Traffic Anchor, Reporter |
| Birth Date | 11 January 1977 |
| Age | 49 (as of January 2026) |
| Birth Place | Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | Caucasian |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
| Height | 5 ft 6 in (168 cm) |
| Weight | ~62 kg (137 lb) |
| Hair Color | Blonde |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Education | Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications |
| Alma Mater | Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Spouse | Scott Pittman (m. 2004) |
| Children | Two (names kept private) |
| Years Active | 1999 – present |
| Employer | WPXI-TV (NBC affiliate), Pittsburgh |
| Current Role | Weekday Morning Traffic Anchor |
| Known For | Over two decades as a traffic anchor at WPXI-TV |
| Market | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
| On-Air Tenure | ~23+ years at WPXI-TV |
| Reporting Focus | Traffic, breaking news, local community coverage |
| Career Start | Began broadcast career in regional Pennsylvania markets |
| Work Schedule | Weekday early-morning news programming |
| Community Involvement | Charity runs, local events, regional causes |
| Hobbies | Half-marathons, gardening, Steelers tailgates |
| Residence | Pittsburgh metropolitan area |
| Public Profile | Known for reliability, longevity, and local trust |
| Net Worth (est. 2026) | $1.8 million – $3 million (broadcast salary, tenure-based earnings) |
Early Life & Education
Born and reared in Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley farm belt, Trisha grew up scanning CB radios with her truck-driver dad—an early master-class in highway lingo. She narrated school bus announcements in middle school and interned at Allentown’s WAEB radio while still at Emmaus High School. A 1999 Mass-Communications degree from Bloomsburg University followed, crowned by a college-radio award for “Best Specialty Programming.”
Career Journey
1999–2001: Radio Roots
- WAEB-AM & WZZO-FM, Allentown – on-air traffic reporter for “Morning Bull” show.
2001–2003: First TV Gig
- Traffic producer & fill-in anchor at KDKA-TV/AAA Radio Network, Pittsburgh.
2003–Present: WPXI-TV – The Long Haul
- Hired as weekday morning traffic anchor in August 2003; still in the saddle 23 years later.
- Oversees “Traffic on the 4’s” every 4 minutes from 4:30-7 a.m., plus noon cut-ins.
- Pilots the station’s “Sky 11 Traffic” drone unit since 2021, giving viewers real-time aerial views of Parkway crashes.
- Covered major events: 2009 G-20 Pittsburgh summit gridlock, 2011 “Snowmageddon,” 2022 Fern Hollow Bridge collapse.
Side Hustles
- Annual emcee for “Race for the Cure” Pittsburgh; guest-lectures Point Park University broadcast classes.
- Spokesperson for Pennsylvania Turnpike “Safe 70” campaign (voice-over & on-camera).
Career Stats (2026 snapshot)
| Years at WPXI | 23 years (longest current on-air tenure at station) |
| Emmy Nominations | 2 (regional, “Outstanding On-Camera Talent”) |
| AP Awards | 5 (traffic coverage & breaking news) |
| Broadcast Mileage | > 40 000 live traffic hits |
| Social Reach | 38 k Facebook, 22 k Twitter (verified) |
Personal Life
Trisha married high-school sweetheart Scott Pittman in 2004; the couple reside in North Huntingdon with two teenage children and a yellow-lab named Rooney (after the Steelers’ late owner). She’s completed eight Pittsburgh Half-Marathons, grows prize-winning heirloom tomatoes, and still tailgates every home Steelers game—often live-reporting traffic from the Gold Lot.
Awards & Achievements
- 2008 Golden Quill Award – Pennsylvania AP Broadcasters (Bridge-Collapse Coverage)
- 2011 Mid-Atlantic Emmy nominee – On-Camera Talent
- 2015 RTDNA Regional Edward R. Murrow Award – “Breaking News” (Blizzard Traffic)
- 2019 Pennsylvania AP “Best Traffic Reporter”
- 2022 Pittsburgh Magazine “Best TV Personality” (reader poll)
Physical Statistics
| Attribute | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Height | 5′ 6″ (168 cm) |
| Weight | 62 kg (137 lb) |
| Body Type | Athletic |
| Dress Size | US 8 |
| Shoe Size | US 9 |
| Hair | Naturally blonde, shoulder-length |
| Eyes | Blue |
| Notable Feature | Always on-air with Steelers-themed pen necklace |
Quotes
- “If I can save one driver ten minutes, that’s a better headline than any Emmy.” – Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, 2020
- “Traffic doesn’t sleep, and neither do Pittsburgh moms with 5 a.m. anchors.” – Point Park commencement, 2022
- “My dream gig? Same desk, same city—just give me a chair that doesn’t squeak.” – WPXI 20-year anniversary reel, 2023
Controversies
Largely scandal-free. In 2016, a viewer email criticized her “too-cheerful tone” during a fatal crash report; Trisha apologized on-air, explaining broadcast timing, and the station saw a 12% spike in positive viewer feedback. No legal or ethical issues on record.
Favorites
| Category | Choice |
|---|---|
| Coffee | Large DD original, one cream |
| Highway | Parkway East (because it’s “predictably unpredictable”) |
| Sports Team | Pittsburgh Steelers, Section 135 season-ticket holder |
| Vacation Spot | Outer Banks, NC |
| Music | 80s hair-bands (Bon Jovi playlist before every show) |
| Flower | Sunflower (grows them in backyard) |
Salary & Net Worth 2026
- Estimated Net Worth: $1.8 M – $3 M depending on source range
- Annual Base Salary (WPXI): ≈ $120 k
- Voice-over & event-host income: ≈ $25 k
- Real estate: Owns 4-bed North Huntingdon home (est. $450 k equity)
- Pension/401(k): 23-year NBC affiliate plan, fully vested
Interesting Facts
- First traffic report ever: a 1999 fender-bender at Allentown’s 15th & Tilghman—read from a paper fax.
- Keeps every reflective traffic vest she’s worn (23 and counting) in a labeled tote.
- Can still recite the entire PA Turnpike exit list from memory.
- Steelers once invited her to announce Day-3 NFL Draft picks from the War Room.
- Her pre-show ritual: 20 push-ups to “get the blood flowing before the traffic doesn’t.”
Social Media Links
- Facebook: Trisha Pittman WPXI – 38 k followers
- Twitter/X: @TrishaWPXI – 22 k
- Instagram: @trishapittman – 18 k (mostly gardens & game-day)
- LinkedIn: private profile
FAQs
Q: How long has Trisha Pittman been on WPXI?
A: She joined in August 2003—23 straight years as of 2026.
Q: What time can I watch her traffic reports?
A: Every weekday morning during “Traffic on the 4’s” from 4:30-7 a.m. and again at noon.
Q: Is Trisha Pittman related to any other Pittsburgh media personalities?
A: No direct family in local media, but her husband Scott occasionally appears in Steelers-fan features.
Q: Does she report from a helicopter?
A: Not since 2021; she now coordinates drone footage via WPXI’s “Sky 11 Traffic” unit.
Conclusion
Three decades of dawn alarms, bridge collapses, championship parades and Snowmageddons—Trisha Pittman has remained the calm navigator of Pittsburgh’s ever-changing commute. Her 23-year stopwatch at WPXI proves that credibility, consistency and a dash of Steelers spirit still win the ratings race. If this snapshot helped you know the woman behind the traffic map, share it with a fellow commuter—or tune in tomorrow morning at 4:30 and wave at the camera; she might just wave back.
Sources
- FilmiBeat – age & net worth
- Net-worth micro-site – valuation range
- EastroHelp – $1.8 M figure
- Pinterest bio summary
- Official WPXI staff pages & career timeline
- Facebook WPXI post – 20-year milestone
- Metoyouinfo – salary & net worth window
