Jill Szwed Biography and Wiki
Jill Szwed is an American certified broadcast meteorologist best known for delivering accurate weather forecasts across several television markets in the United States. She currently serves as a meteorologist for WTAE-TV’s Pittsburgh’s Action News 4, where she forecasts weekend weather and covers significant weather events affecting western Pennsylvania. Recognized for her engaging on-air presence and expertise in severe weather coverage, Szwed has built a respected career in broadcast meteorology, previously working in West Virginia, Kentucky, and New York.
In early 2024, Szwed returned to her home state of Pennsylvania by joining WTAE-TV’s Pittsburgh Action News 4. She currently serves as the station’s weekend meteorologist, providing forecasts for western Pennsylvania and covering significant weather events impacting the region. Throughout her career, Szwed has remained a member of the American Meteorological Society and holds its respected Certified Broadcast Meteorologist (CBM) seal, reflecting her expertise and commitment to scientific excellence in weather forecasting.
Quick Facts
- Full Name: Jill Szwed
- Profession: Meteorologist
- Nationality: American
- Birthplace: Butler, Pennsylvania, United States
- Birthday: September 24
- Age: Mid 30’s
- Hometown: Butler, Pennsylvania
- Education: Saint Louis University (B.S. in Meteorology, Minor in Communication)
- Current Employer: WTAE-TV (Pittsburgh’s Action News 4)
- Previous Employers: WTEN News10 ABC, WLEX-TV, WDTV
- Years Active: 2014–Present
- Marital Status: Not Publicly Disclosed
Jill Szwed Age and Birthday
Szwed is 34 years old, having graduated from high school in 2010 and celebrating her birthday in late September. Jill Elizabeth Szwed on September 24, 1991, in Western Pennsylvania, United States of America.
Jill Szwed Height
She stands at a height of 5 feet 8 inches (Approx. 1.68 meters)tall.
Jill Szwed Education
The weather anchor attended Saint Louis University, a private Jesuit research university with campuses in St. Louis, Missouri, United States, and Madrid, Spain. She later graduated with a bachelor of science degree in meteorology with a minor in communications.
She also holds a Certified Broadcast Meteorologist seal from the American Meteorological Society. More details regarding her academic credentials will be updated soon when revealed.
Jill Szwed Family, Parents, Siblings
Attempts to establish her parents’ identities were in vain since no information about them is available to the public. It’s therefore not clear whether she has any siblings. Further details regarding her family background will be updated soon when revealed.
Jill Szwed Husband, Is She Married?
Jill Szwed was born and raised in Butler, Pennsylvania, just north of Pittsburgh. Her fascination with weather began during middle school after experiencing snowstorms, flooding, and a tornado that struck downtown Pittsburgh. Although she occasionally shares photos with family members, she has not publicly disclosed the names of her parents. She does have a sister, with whom she shares a close relationship.
Jill Szwed Salary
According to ABC estimates, she receives an average annual salary ranging from $31,300 to $92,500. Her contract with the exact figures is yet to be released.
Jill Szwed Net Worth
The meteorologist has an estimated net worth ranging from $500,000 to $1 million. This amount is from her extensive career as a meteorologist among other investments.
Career
Jill Szwed began her broadcast meteorology career at WDTV in Clarksburg, West Virginia, where she gained experience forecasting severe weather events, including snowstorms, flooding, and tornadoes. She later joined WLEX-TV in Lexington, Kentucky, as a weekend meteorologist, covering major weather events across the region for several years.
In 2020, Szwed moved to WTEN News10 ABC in Albany, New York, where she served as the morning meteorologist and became known for covering Northeast weather conditions, including winter storms and severe weather. In 2024, she returned to Pennsylvania and joined WTAE-TV’s Pittsburgh Action News 4, where she currently serves as a meteorologist delivering weekend forecasts and reporting on significant weather events across western Pennsylvania.
Throughout her career, Szwed has earned recognition as a Certified Broadcast Meteorologist (CBM) through the American Meteorological Society, highlighting her expertise and commitment to accurate weather reporting.