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Oakmont

#13 in Best Places to Retire in Pennsylvania
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Suburb of Pittsburgh, PA
  • 15 reviews
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    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      B+
    2. Crime & Safety
      C+
    3. Housing
      B+
    4. Nightlife
      A+
    5. Good for Families
      A-
    6. Diversity
      B-
    7. Jobs
      A-
    8. Weather
      C
    9. Cost of Living
      B-
    10. Health & Fitness
      B+
    11. Outdoor Activities
      B+
    12. Commute
      B
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    Oakmont is a suburb of Pittsburgh with a population of 6,440. Oakmont is in Allegheny County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Oakmont offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Oakmont there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals and retirees live in Oakmont and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Oakmont are above average.
    About Oakmont...
    Population
    6,440

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $178,800
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $840
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Dense Suburban
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      37%
    • Own
      63%
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    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    C+
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      108.3
      282.7
    • Murder
      0
      6.1
    • Rape
      0
      40.7
    • Robbery
      30.9
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      77.3
      500.1
    • Theft
      1,098.1
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      92.8
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    B-
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      8%
    • 10-17 years
      7%
    • 18-24 years
      6%
    • 25-34 years
      16%
    • 35-44 years
      11%
    • 45-54 years
      14%
    • 55-64 years
      14%
    • 65+ years
      24%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      22%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      28%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      22%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      22%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      6%
      13%

    Working in Oakmont

    Jobs
    A-
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $64,635
    National
    $55,322
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    Oakmont Reviews

    15 reviews
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    Oakmont has a very tight-knit atmosphere. It has easy access to downtown Pittsburgh and also within the town. There are many small, local stores, as well as a high-rated elementary school and 7-12 junior high school. The town is well known for their award winning bakery (Oakmont Bakery) which features cakes, cookies, cheesecakes, and more. It is a good family-friendly community.
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    I have lived here my whole life, this town is fantastic for anyone who would like to start a family. I have never felt threatened and everyone in the town knows each other. I am currently a senior in the Riverview School District and all the staff will go above and beyond to see me make my dreams come true. Multiple generations of my family have lived in this town and not one of them has a serious complaint about the town and its management.
    This is a great little small town. All of the neighbors are friendly and willing to lend you the last shirt they own. Plus, there are so many PUPPIES to play with! Also, 99% of the shops are locally owned so you support local businesses.