Pittsburgh, PA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Allegheny County · Pennsylvania
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Pittsburgh based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
303,620
2023 ACS
Median Income
$64,137
2023
Median Home Value
$193,200
2023
Median Rent
$1,221
2023
Median Age
33.5
Unemployment
5.9%
Cost of Living Index
104.6
100 = national avg
Pittsburgh is a city in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, with a population of 303,620 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Pittsburgh is one of the communities in Pennsylvania.
The median household income in Pittsburgh is $64,137, and the median home value is $193,200. The cost of living index is 104.6 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,221 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.9%, and the median age is 33.5 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
303,620
Male
149,240
49.2%
Female
154,380
50.8%
Median Age
33.5
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
32.6%
High School or Higher
48.8%
Foreign Born
9.3%
Veterans
3.9%
Married
28.3%
Avg Household Size
2.0
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.535
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
63.7%
Foreign Born
9.3%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
4.2%
12,843 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
95.8%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
290,334
English Only
88.2%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
8,193 speakers
Limited English
3.3%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
96.7%
Limited English Proficiency
3.3%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
11,749
3.9% of population
Disability Rate
14.7%
1,722 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$42,445
Unemployment Rate
2.9%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
10,769
91.7%
Female Veterans
980
8.3%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$42,445
Non-Veteran Income
$36,591
Difference
$5,854
16.0% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
1,722
Without Disability
10,027
Disability Rate
14.7%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
226,017
#1 Ancestry
German
17.1% (52,013)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
13.2% (40,096)
#3 Ancestry
Italian
11.4% (34,678)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
137,593
Family Households
58,261
42.3%
Married Couples
37,981
27.6%
Non-Family Households
79,332
57.7%
Single Mother Households
15,653
11.4%
Single Father Households
4,627
3.4%
Living Alone
60,408
43.9%
Children Under 18
Total Children
39,666
In Married Couple
21,941
55.3%
With Single Mother
15,094
38.1%
With Single Father
2,631
6.6%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$88,837
Married Couple Income
$119,024
Single Mother Income
$41,563
Single Father Income
$64,846
Avg Family Size
2.0
Avg Non-Family Size
1.9
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
3,227
Grandparents Responsible
1,146
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$64,137
-12% vs national
Per Capita Income
$43,590
+17% vs national
Poverty Rate
19.5%
+43% vs national
Gini Index
0.5137
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.9%
+14% vs national
SNAP Recipients
16.5%
of households
How Pittsburgh Compares
Pittsburgh vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Pittsburgh is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Pittsburgh, PA has a median household income of $64,137, making it the 14,577th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Pittsburgh has a higher median household income than 48% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Pittsburgh, PA has a per capita income of $43,590, making it the 6,722nd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Pittsburgh has a higher per capita income than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Pittsburgh, PA has a poverty rate of 19.5%, making it the 7,522nd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Pittsburgh has a higher poverty rate than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Pittsburgh, PA has a unemployment rate of 5.9%, making it the 9,337th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Pittsburgh has a higher unemployment rate than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Pittsburgh. The median household income here is $64,137.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.9%
+16% vs PA avg
Labor Force
170,736
Employed
160,368
Mean Commute
18 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
32.6%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
48.8%
of adults 25+
Median Age
33.5
Work from Home
20.4%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Pittsburgh, PA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$100.3K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
104.6
100 = national avg
+4.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,043
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$108,830
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,077
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,299
per month
The median household income in Pittsburgh, PA is $64,137, which is 12.4% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $43,590. The poverty rate of 19.5% is higher than the PA state average of 11.3%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5137, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.9%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 170,736. 32.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 18 minutes, with 20.4% working from home. About 48.3% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 104.6, which is 4.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 118.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,043 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$214,000
Median List Price
$247,450
Price Per Sq Ft
$155
Days on Market
83
Active Inventory
1,081
Months of Supply
6.2
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$227,934
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,543
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
13.7%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
24.2%
Sale-to-List Ratio
95.6%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
175
New Listings
216
Pending Sales
252
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$155
Median List $/SF
$169
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Pittsburgh, PA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Pittsburgh, PA metro area, home prices have risen 401.5% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 113.9%. The 10-year growth rate is 78.9%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 42.4%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 11.3%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Pittsburgh, PA housing market rather than Pittsburgh alone.
Metro area: Pittsburgh, PA
Pittsburgh vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Pittsburgh is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Pittsburgh, PA has a median home value of $193,200, making it the 12,755th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Pittsburgh has a higher median home value than 54% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Pittsburgh, PA has a median rent of $1,221, making it the 6,419th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Pittsburgh has a higher median rent than 71% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Pittsburgh, PA has a price per square foot of $155, making it the 12,073rd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Pittsburgh has a higher price per square foot than 42% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Pittsburgh, PA has a rent burden of 22.8%, making it the 5,321st highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Pittsburgh has a higher rent burden than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$193,200
Median Rent
$1,221
Total Housing Units
159,667
Vacancy Rate
13.8%
Owner Occupied
47.2%
Renter Occupied
52.8%
Median Property Tax
$1,853
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$990
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,853
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.96%
of home value
Median Home Value
$193,200
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,873
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,853) by the median home value ($193,200). In Pittsburgh, PA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.96%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Pittsburgh, PA is $214,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 83 days on the market. 13.7% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 6.2 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $155. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,543/month. About 47.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1942. There are 159,667 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,853. The effective tax rate is 0.96%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
4.28
per 1,000 residents
+65% vs national
Property Crime Rate
22.80
per 1,000 residents
+33% vs national
Total Crimes
8,591
2024
Violent Clearance
41%
cases solved
Property Clearance
6%
cases solved
YoY Change
-15.4%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2022
How Pittsburgh Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Pittsburgh vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Pittsburgh is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Pittsburgh police solve 53% of aggravated assault cases but only 5% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 36 | 0.11 | 50.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 164 | 0.52 | 11.6% |
| Robbery | Violent | 394 | 1.24 | 29.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 761 | 2.40 | 53.5% |
| Burglary | Property | 738 | 2.33 | 11.2% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 5,406 | 17.04 | 5.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 1,088 | 3.43 | 5.4% |
Pittsburgh, PA reported 1,359 violent crimes and 7,232 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 4.28 per 1,000 residents is 64.8% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 41% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 5,406 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 25.4% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,359 | 7,232 | 4.28 | 22.80 |
| 2022 | 1,536 | 6,677 | 5.07 | 22.03 |
| 2020 | 1,530 | 6,181 | 5.12 | 20.70 |
| 2018 | 1,751 | 9,125 | 5.79 | 30.16 |
| 2017 | 2,008 | 9,528 | 6.56 | 31.14 |
| 2016 | 2,367 | 9,868 | 7.83 | 32.63 |
| 2015 | 2,167 | 9,895 | 7.06 | 32.24 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
4
Total Killed
2
Total Injured
5
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 24, 2023 | Oliver Citywide Academy | 1 | 0 | targeted | nan |
| Feb 14, 2023 | Westinghouse Academy | 0 | 4 | unclear | nan |
| Jan 19, 2022 | Oliver Citywide Academy | 1 | 0 | targeted | nan |
| Feb 21, 2006 | Westinghouse High School | 0 | 1 | targeted | AK-47 |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
98.1
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
98.2
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
32.7
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
91.9
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
18
Public Assistance
$122.8M
Individual Assistance
$30.3M
Most Common Type
Flood
5 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $96.0M | $13.8M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Oct 2013 | $59K | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms and Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Apr 2010 | $6.5M | — |
| Hurricane Katrina → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $525K | — |
| Tropical Depression Ivan → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | $19.7M | $16.5M |
| Severe Storms and Flooding Associated Wi… → | Severe Storm | Sep 2004 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes,and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jun 1998 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Blizzard of 96 → | Snowstorm | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Storm | Mar 1994 | — | — |
| Severe Snowfall & Winter Storm → | Snowstorm | Mar 1993 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Jun 1986 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Nov 1985 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Aug 1984 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Tornadoes → | Tornado | Jun 1980 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Agnes → | Flood | Jun 1972 | — | — |
| Dr-4671 | Unknown | — | — | $2K |
| Hurricane Beryl → | Unknown | — | — | $750 |
Showing 20 of 23 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
4,817
Total Claims Paid
$81,451,452
Avg Claim Payout
$16,909
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
28
Federal Funding
$18,594,634
Properties Protected
124
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
3.81
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 15 | $6,328,914 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 3 | $735,281 |
| 106.1: Other Non Construction (Regular Project Only) | 2 | $212,962 |
| 104.1: Developing, Implementing and Enforcing Codes, Standards, Ordinances and Regulations | 1 | $216,723 |
| 200.5: Acquisition of Vacant Land; 200.6: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Landslide | 1 | $731,196 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Pittsburgh has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are cold wave, strong wind, ice storm. The area has had 18 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (5 declarations). 4,817 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $122,773,620 in public assistance recovery funding. $30,338,624 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 28 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
—
Depression Rate
—
Diabetes Rate
—
Uninsured Rate
—
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Pittsburgh has an obesity rate of —, which is .
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
0.6 mi
Upmc Mercy
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upmc Mercy | 0.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Allegheny General Hospital | 1.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System | 1.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside | 1.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| West Penn Hospital | 3.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
17
Pop. Served
801,862
Violations (5yr)
53
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| PITTSBURGH WATER & SEWER AUTH | 520,000 | 0 |
| WEST VIEW WATER AUTHORITY | 200,000 | 0 |
| PLUM BORO MUNI AUTH | 27,500 | 2 |
| FOX CHAPEL AUTH | 18,500 | 0 |
| ROBINSON TWP MUNI AUTH | 16,354 | 0 |
| NEVILLE TWP WATER DEPT | 6,750 | 0 |
| RESERVE TWP WATER DEPT | 3,204 | 0 |
| ASPINWALL BORO WATER DEPT | 3,151 | 0 |
| VA HEALTHCARE SYSTEM HEINZ | 3,112 | 0 |
| BLAWNOX BORO WATER DEPT | 2,200 | 49 |
| CARSON TOWERS | 266 | 0 |
| EVERGREEN WILDWOOD MOBILE HOME PARK | 230 | 0 |
| BELLEVUE MOBILE HOME PARK | 190 | 0 |
| RIVERSBEND MOBILE HOME PARK | 180 | 0 |
| EVERGREEN PLEASANT VALLEY TRAILER PARK | 94 | 0 |
| FAIRFIELD MANOR MHP | 92 | 2 |
| COUNTRYSIDE ESTATES MHP | 39 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
9
Total CO₂e
961.4K MT
Top Emitter
EQT Production - Basin 160A - Appalachian Eastern Overthrust
374.6K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (250,000 - 500,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
EQT Production - Basin 160A - Appalachian Eastern Overthrust Eqt Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 374,588 |
Peoples Natural Gas Company, LLC Essential Utilities Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 234,392 |
University of Pittsburgh - of the Commonwealth System of Higher Education University Of Pittsburgh | Other | 75,463 |
Brunot Island Power Station Reorganized Heritage Topco, Llc | Power Plants | 65,476 |
BELLEFIELD BOILER PLANT Bellefield Boiler Plant | Power Plants | 48,730 |
PennEnergy Resources, LLC - Basin 160A - Appalachian Eastern Overthrust Per Manager Llc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 46,608 |
EQT Production - Basin 160A - Appalachian Eastern Overthrust - GB Eqt Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 45,935 |
Energy Center Pittsburgh LLC Cordia Llc | Power Plants | 35,906 |
Energy Center Pittsburgh LLC - Gibbon Plant Cordia Llc | Power Plants | 34,275 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 17 water systems serving the area. 53 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 9 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 961.4K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
18 min
-21% vs national
Drive Alone
48.3%
-39% vs national
Public Transit
12.4%
+1276% vs national
Work From Home
20.4%
+119% vs national
Carpool
6.2%
Walk / Bike
11.0%
combined
How Pittsburgh's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
20
2023
6-Year Avg
21
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
7
Cyclist
1
Nighttime
11
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 20 | 20 | 0 | 7 | 1 |
| 2022 | 25 | 25 | 0 | 5 | 1 |
| 2021 | 21 | 22 | 0 | 4 | 1 |
| 2020 | 20 | 22 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| 2019 | 23 | 24 | 7 | 9 | 0 |
| 2018 | 14 | 14 | 4 | 5 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Pittsburgh, PA is 18 minutes, which is 21.4% below the national average of 23 minutes. 48.3% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 20.4% work from home, which is above the PA state average of 8.9%. Public transit is used by 12.4% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 6.2% of workers carpool. 9.8% walk to work. 1.1% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 20 traffic fatalities from 20 fatal crashes. 7 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
89.4%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
77.9%
of households
No Internet
8.4%
of households
Total Households
137,593
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
93.4%
of households
Smartphone
87.8%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
80.4%
of households
Tablet
61.5%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
17.8¢
per kWh
-1% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-25% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.9¢
per kWh
-32% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$145
residential
+4% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
4% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Pennsylvania averages 17.8¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $145. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Pittsburgh vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (250,000 - 500,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
17
Population Served
801,862
Violations (5yr)
53
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PITTSBURGH WATER & SEWER AUTH | Community | Surface water | 520,000 | 0 |
| WEST VIEW WATER AUTHORITY | Community | Surface water | 200,000 | 0 |
| PLUM BORO MUNI AUTH | Community | Purchased surface water | 27,500 | 2 |
| FOX CHAPEL AUTH | Community | Purchased surface water | 18,500 | 0 |
| ROBINSON TWP MUNI AUTH | Community | Surface water | 16,354 | 0 |
| NEVILLE TWP WATER DEPT | Community | Purchased surface water | 6,750 | 0 |
| RESERVE TWP WATER DEPT | Community | Purchased surface water | 3,204 | 0 |
| ASPINWALL BORO WATER DEPT | Community | Purchased surface water | 3,151 | 0 |
| VA HEALTHCARE SYSTEM HEINZ | Community | Purchased surface water | 3,112 | 0 |
| BLAWNOX BORO WATER DEPT | Community | Purchased surface water | 2,200 | 49 |
| CARSON TOWERS | Community | Purchased surface water | 266 | 0 |
| EVERGREEN WILDWOOD MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Purchased surface water | 230 | 0 |
| BELLEVUE MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 190 | 0 |
| RIVERSBEND MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 180 | 0 |
| EVERGREEN PLEASANT VALLEY TRAILER PARK | Community | Ground water | 94 | 0 |
| FAIRFIELD MANOR MHP | Community | Ground water | 92 | 2 |
| COUNTRYSIDE ESTATES MHP | Community | Ground water | 39 | 0 |
89.4% of households in Pittsburgh have broadband internet access. 77.9% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 10.3% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 8.4% of households have no internet access. 7.6% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 17 water systems, providing water to 801,862 people. A total of 53 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Pittsburgh is located in Allegheny County, PA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Pittsburgh.
Election Overview
Source: Allegheny County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
429,916
59.7%
GOP Votes
283,595
39.4%
Total Votes
720,504
Margin
D+20.3%
Shift from 2020
No change
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 429,916 | 283,595 | 720,504 | 59.7% | 39.4% | D+20.3 |
| 2020 | 430,759 | 282,913 | 724,800 | 59.4% | 39.0% | D+20.4 |
| 2016 | 363,017 | 257,488 | 643,173 | 56.4% | 40.0% | D+16.4 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Allegheny County recorded 720,504 total votes. Democrats won the county with 59.7% of the vote compared to 39.4% for Republicans, a margin of D+20.3%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted No change from the previous election. Since 2016, Allegheny County has shifted 3.9 percentage points toward Democrats.
Official City Website
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
6,003
Total Assets
$82.9B
Total Income
$68.7B
Per 10K Residents
197.7
nonprofits
+237.6% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
1,731
Median Assets
$779K
Oldest Active
1900
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $51.6B of $82.9B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 250,000 - 500,000
Largest Nonprofits in Pittsburgh
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UPMC | — | $11.2B | $25.7B | 1983 | |
| UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH | Education | $10.5B | $5.3B | 2017 | |
| UPMC | Health Care | $10.0B | $8.3B | 1983 | |
| CARNEGIE MELLON UNIVERSITY | — | $7.2B | $3.1B | 1992 | |
| HIGHMARK HEALTH | — | $4.5B | $6.4B | 2012 | |
| THE HEINZ ENDOWMENTS | Philanthropy | $2.2B | $16.3M | 1993 | |
| HILLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATIONS | — | $1.9B | $258.3M | 1965 | |
| THE PITTSBURGH FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $1.5B | $464.6M | 1994 | |
| DIETRICH FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $1.5B | $187.3M | 2012 | |
| DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY OF THE HOLY SPIRIT | Education | $1.2B | $537.2M | 1937 | |
| UPMC | Health Care | $1.0B | $2.0B | 1983 | |
| ST CLAIR HEALTH CORPORATION | — | $814.5M | $586.9M | 2011 | |
| HIGHMARK HEALTH | Health Care | $676.7M | $602.9M | 2012 | |
| CARNEGIE INSTITUTE | Arts & Culture | $649.1M | $123.2M | 1935 | |
| SARAH SCAIFE FOUNDATION INC | — | $588.2M | $187.2M | 1960 | |
| COLCOM FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $450.8M | $127.5M | 1997 | |
| CLAUDE WORTHINGTON BENEDUM FOUNDATION | — | $447.8M | $2.4M | 1946 | |
| CHILDRENS HOSPITAL PITTSBURGH FOUNDATION | Health Care | $408.7M | $68.6M | 2001 | |
| CORNELL MEDICAL BENEFITS TR | Philanthropy | $389.8M | $47.9M | 2020 | |
| ALLEGHENY FOUNDATION | — | $374.8M | $133.0M | 1956 | |
| JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER PITTSBURGH | Philanthropy | $352.3M | $109.0M | 1957 | |
| GRABLE FOUNDATION | — | $350.4M | $43.8M | 1977 | |
| WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL FOR BLIND CHILDREN FOUNDATION | Education | $344.1M | $40.9M | 2020 | |
| UPMC WASHINGTON | Health Care | $341.4M | $280.2M | 1983 | |
| UPMC WESTERN MARYLAND CORPORATION | Health Care | $323.6M | $409.0M | 2009 | |
| UPMC | Health Care | $291.6M | $230.0M | 1983 | |
| UPMC | Health Care | $289.9M | $417.8M | 1983 | |
| ALLIES & ROSS MANAGEMENT ANDDEVELOPMENT CORPORATION | Housing & Shelter | $276.2M | $10.3M | 2007 | |
| EDEN HALL FOUNDATION | — | $259.9M | $130.8M | 1980 | |
| FAMILY TRUST | Health Care | $257.8M | $3.5M | 1998 | |
| CAHOUET FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $257.2M | $294.5M | 2009 | |
| MCELHATTAN FOUNDATION | Education | $249.4M | $66.9M | 1995 | |
| PITTSBURGH CULTURAL TRUST | Arts & Culture | $243.4M | $89.7M | 1984 | |
| UPMC | Health Care | $239.4M | $235.1M | 1983 | |
| SHEAR FAMILY FOUNDATION INC | Human Services | $225.8M | $36.1M | 2015 | |
| HAWTHORNDEN FOUNDATION | Education | $225.5M | $242.2M | 2024 | |
| THE HEMOPHILIA CENTER OF WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA | Health Care | $208.9M | $197.1M | 2023 | |
| CHATHAM UNIVERSITY | Education | $205.3M | $100.9M | 1938 | |
| ZACHARY SMITH REYNOLDS TRUST | — | $205.1M | $150.0M | 1939 | |
| BAPTIST HOMES SOCIETY | Health Care | $201.3M | $51.2M | 1944 | |
| POINT PARK UNIVERSITY | — | $197.6M | $151.1M | 1962 | |
| MERCY LIFE CENTER CORPORATION | Health Care | $195.6M | $107.5M | 1990 | |
| CHILDRENS INSTITUTE FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $190.7M | $6.6M | 2022 | |
| PITTSBURGH SYMPHONY INC | Arts & Culture | $187.6M | $106.0M | 1938 | |
| JACK BUNCHER FOUNDATION | — | $185.8M | $27.4M | 1974 | |
| ARCONIC FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $181.0M | $64.8M | 2020 | |
| JEWISH HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION OF PITTSBURGH | Health Care | $179.3M | $60.3M | 1991 | |
| POSNER FOUNDATION OF PITTSBURGH | — | $175.5M | $55.9M | 1965 | |
| PITTSBURGH MERCY HEALTH SYSTEM INC | Health Care | $174.4M | $19.2M | 1946 | |
| THE LANDMARKS FINANCIAL CORPORATION | Public Benefit | $166.5M | $22.6M | 1984 |
Pittsburgh, PA has 6,003 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $82.9B. The most common category is Philanthropy & Grantmaking, with 1,168 organizations. 1,731 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 197.7 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1900.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
5,296
Total Approved
$1.1B
Jobs Supported
44,958
Per 10K Residents
174.4
SBA loans
+107.8% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
158
Top Lender
PNC Bank, National Association
1,259 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
5,117
Total Amount
$946.9M
Avg Loan
$185,053
Median Loan
$50,000
SBA Guaranteed
$679.5M(72%)
Jobs Supported
40,982
Loans
179
Total Amount
$108.0M
Avg Loan
$603,547
Median Loan
$424,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
760
14% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$317.9M
30% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$418,343
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 250,000 - 500,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Little Earth Productions Inc. | 19 | $18.8M |
| Arkham Asylum Llc | 2 | $8.7M |
| Flaherty & O'hara P.c. | 3 | $5.4M |
| Safe Haven Veterinary Hospital P.c. | 1 | $5.0M |
| C & G Health Solutions Llc | 4 | $5.0M |
| New American Adventures Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Invictus Hotels Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Liberty Estate Pit Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| 8050 Old Oliver Hospitality Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Salem's Market Centre Ave Llc | 1 | $4.5M |
Pittsburgh, PA has received 5,296 SBA loans totaling $1.1B in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 5,117 loans (97% of the total), supporting 40,982 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 179 loans totaling $108.0M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Pittsburgh is PNC Bank, National Association with 1,259 loans. That works out to 174.4 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
60
Total Population
884,453
Avg Median Income
-$66,600,255
Avg Home Value
-$66,462,115
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15017 | 17,602 | $83,611 | $238,600 | $1,099 | 12.2 |
| 15034 | 1,600 | $47,016 | $98,300 | $635 | 1.0 |
| 15045 | 4,400 | $45,354 | $82,400 | $844 | 1.6 |
| 15064 | 348 | N/A | N/A | $1,330 | 0.6 |
| 15101 | 25,841 | $110,496 | $315,500 | $1,211 | 21.5 |
| 15102 | 30,589 | $106,851 | $260,700 | $1,220 | 10.6 |
| 15104 | 7,946 | $34,125 | $56,700 | $642 | 2.5 |
| 15106 | 19,165 | $72,112 | $190,700 | $990 | 10.0 |
| 15110 | 5,186 | $41,208 | $57,500 | $725 | 1.8 |
| 15112 | 3,345 | $47,298 | $89,100 | $777 | 0.8 |
| 15116 | 14,294 | $90,316 | $251,100 | $1,064 | 7.7 |
| 15120 | 17,999 | $55,205 | $118,900 | $835 | 4.7 |
| 15122 | 18,939 | $68,984 | $131,400 | $795 | 12.9 |
| 15123 | 2 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 15136 | 22,899 | $62,552 | $190,100 | $1,077 | 10.8 |
| 15142 | 1,620 | $104,592 | $601,300 | $1,757 | 2.3 |
| 15145 | 6,594 | $47,196 | $98,400 | $818 | 1.9 |
| 15147 | 16,605 | $64,532 | $135,800 | $1,010 | 10.0 |
| 15201 | 13,275 | $86,049 | $257,300 | $1,538 | 1.9 |
| 15202 | 19,642 | $65,845 | $197,900 | $955 | 4.5 |
| 15203 | 10,713 | $71,299 | $251,900 | $1,458 | 1.5 |
| 15204 | 7,809 | $54,317 | $109,800 | $1,035 | 1.9 |
| 15205 | 24,123 | $70,954 | $171,500 | $1,166 | 11.7 |
| 15206 | 29,176 | $69,906 | $288,300 | $1,284 | 4.8 |
| 15207 | 10,751 | $56,466 | $133,400 | $1,041 | 4.5 |
| 15208 | 9,500 | $59,267 | $273,200 | $1,020 | 1.5 |
| 15209 | 11,769 | $80,221 | $218,300 | $1,042 | 4.8 |
| 15210 | 25,017 | $50,845 | $91,800 | $994 | 4.7 |
| 15211 | 10,733 | $75,522 | $207,200 | $1,355 | 1.6 |
| 15212 | 27,600 | $61,712 | $167,200 | $1,114 | 5.8 |
| 15213 | 29,839 | $31,330 | $247,500 | $1,243 | 2.4 |
| 15214 | 14,751 | $59,979 | $173,500 | $1,054 | 4.6 |
| 15215 | 12,234 | $89,625 | $303,400 | $1,089 | 6.2 |
| 15216 | 21,503 | $81,542 | $193,700 | $1,078 | 3.4 |
| 15217 | 26,200 | $91,695 | $431,600 | $1,412 | 3.9 |
| 15218 | 13,443 | $67,723 | $203,200 | $1,114 | 2.3 |
| 15219 | 11,010 | $32,403 | $193,100 | $894 | 2.2 |
| 15220 | 18,519 | $78,740 | $216,400 | $1,190 | 4.7 |
| 15221 | 29,513 | $55,241 | $157,100 | $954 | 6.2 |
| 15222 | 5,649 | $111,926 | $557,800 | $1,963 | 0.9 |
| 15223 | 6,656 | $58,843 | $154,800 | $1,000 | 1.9 |
| 15224 | 10,516 | $65,974 | $240,600 | $1,191 | 1.5 |
| 15225 | 1,031 | $59,620 | $165,800 | $913 | 1.5 |
| 15226 | 13,943 | $77,366 | $174,900 | $1,166 | 2.5 |
| 15227 | 29,057 | $73,597 | $175,400 | $875 | 6.1 |
| 15228 | 18,187 | $131,087 | $363,400 | $1,130 | 3.2 |
| 15229 | 15,251 | $81,600 | $232,200 | $1,120 | 4.0 |
| 15232 | 11,370 | $66,139 | $522,000 | $1,388 | 0.8 |
| 15233 | 2,918 | $71,902 | $305,600 | $1,032 | 1.3 |
| 15234 | 14,330 | $75,766 | $199,700 | $1,004 | 3.1 |
| 15235 | 33,811 | $62,292 | $132,800 | $1,048 | 14.8 |
| 15236 | 31,152 | $87,016 | $224,200 | $1,087 | 10.7 |
| 15237 | 44,161 | $108,538 | $306,900 | $1,327 | 24.1 |
| 15238 | 13,000 | $124,904 | $452,300 | $1,189 | 15.8 |
| 15241 | 21,941 | $144,583 | $390,200 | $1,713 | 10.2 |
| 15243 | 13,682 | $111,426 | $270,700 | $1,356 | 3.0 |
| 15260 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 15275 | 2 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.3 |
| 15282 | 5,702 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 15290 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
Pittsburgh, PA has 60 ZIP codes with a combined population of 884,453. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$66,600,255. The average median home value is -$66,462,115. The average median monthly rent is -$55,554,533.
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