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Pittsburgh

#12 in Best Cities for Young Professionals in America
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • City in Pennsylvania
  • 541 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      C+
    2. Crime & Safety
      C
    3. Housing
      B
    4. Nightlife
      A+
    5. Good for Families
      B+
    6. Diversity
      A
    7. Jobs
      B
    8. Weather
      C
    9. Cost of Living
      B
    10. Health & Fitness
      A-
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A-
    12. Commute
      A
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    Pittsburgh is a city in Pennsylvania with a population of 305,012. Pittsburgh is in Allegheny County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Pittsburgh offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents rent their homes. In Pittsburgh there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Pittsburgh and residents tend to have moderate political views.
    About Pittsburgh...
    Population
    305,012

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $108,500
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $887
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Urban Suburban Mix
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      52%
    • Own
      48%
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    Pittsburgh Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

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    • Public Schools
    • Private Schools
    • Colleges

      Crime & Safety

      Crime & Safety
      C
      Based on violent and property crime rates.
      Violent Crimes
      • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
      National
      • Assault
        346.8
        282.7
      • Murder
        18
        6.1
      • Rape
        29.4
        40.7
      • Robbery
        262.1
        135.5
      Property Crimes
      • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
      National
      • Burglary
        526.3
        500.1
      • Theft
        2,365.9
        2,042.8
      • Motor Vehicle Theft
        222.3
        284

      Residents

      Diversity
      A
      Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
      Age
      • <10 years
        9%
      • 10-17 years
        7%
      • 18-24 years
        17%
      • 25-34 years
        21%
      • 35-44 years
        10%
      • 45-54 years
        10%
      • 55-64 years
        12%
      • 65+ years
        14%
      Education Levels
      National
      • Master's degree or higher
        20%
        12%
      • Bachelor's degree
        22%
        19%
      • Some college or associate's degree
        23%
        29%
      • High school diploma or equivalent
        27%
        28%
      • Less than high school diploma
        8%
        13%

      Working in Pittsburgh

      Jobs
      B
      Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
      Median Household Income
      $44,092
      National
      $55,322
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      Pittsburgh Reviews

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      Pittsburgh ranks far above any other city in terms of diversity and culture. In the Cultural District, you cannot walk one inch without being enriched with Pittsburgh's broad history and the nuances created by the locals. The food, a mixture of classic American fare with notable Polish accents, is flat out delicious and can please the pickiest of eaters. Pittsburgh also holds one of the finest symphonies in the world, the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, who perform year round. The possibilities are endless in this wonderful city. It is great for visiting and living long term!
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      Pittsburgh is the perfect middle point if you are looking to live in/around a city. It’s not big like New York but not small like Cleveland. People are flocking to this city due to the big city feel and the beautiful greenery and country sides surrounding it just 5 minutes outside. Dozens of global Fortune 500-100 companies reside here and the city is leading the way in healthcare, transportation development, finance, and robotics/technology. There are dozens of top-rates universities here combined with an eclectic and diverse night life. Extremely liveable and affordable. Minor downside with traffic but every city has that. Nothing like DC or LA traffic!
      Pittsburgh is as close to a perfect balance as one can find! World class colleges and universities, a cultural district where patrons can see the symphony, ballet, opera, a broadway show, the public theater and more. Pittsburgh has multiple museums, including the Carnegie Museum, The Andy Warhol Museum and the Mattress Factory. The culinary scene is greatly influenced by generations of ethnic diversity. Families have many options that include the zoo, science center, Children's Museum, Aviary, Ducky Tours, Gateway Clipper Fleet, Sandcastle Water Park and Kennywood amusement park. If you are a sports fan, you have your choice of the Penguins, Steelers and Pirates to keep you entertained. Pittsburgh is an ideal location for families, young professionals and visiting college students alike.