Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Overview

Pittsburgh ranks #3 of 20 cities in Pennsylvania, earning a B grade with a composite score of 56.3/100. The city stands out in Transportation (83/100) and Education (76/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Pittsburgh

The median household income in Pittsburgh is $66,219, 10% below the statewide median of $73,823. The local unemployment rate of 3% is lower than the state’s 4.1%. Population grew 1% recently.

Cost of Living in Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh has a cost of living index of 94.4 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $193,200. Median monthly rent is $1,221. Renters spend 22.1% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Education & Schools in Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh has a high school graduation rate of 88.2%. The student-teacher ratio of 12.9:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $20,762 per student, well above the national median. The city has 142 public schools serving 68,382 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 57.1°F. Summers average 74.2°F. Winters average 41.8°F. Annual precipitation is 41.1 inches. 17.5% of workers in Pittsburgh work from home, well above the national average. 13.4% of commuters use public transit.

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