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Pittsburgh
#12 in Best Cities for Young Professionals in America
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • City in Pennsylvania
  • 663 reviews
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    Pittsburgh Crime

    Crime & Safety
    C
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Poll
    How safe do you feel in this area?
    Based on 40 responses
    • Pretty safe. There is some crime, but it doesn't impact me much.
      70%
    • Very safe. There is really no crime to speak of.
      18%
    • Somewhat safe. There is noticeable crime, and there are times I don't feel safe.
      13%
    Poll
    How reliable are the police in this area?
    Based on 40 responses
    • The police are very visible and very responsive.
      53%
    • The police are visible, but somehow respond slowly when needed.
      28%
    • Not sure.
      10%
    • The police aren't around much, but are there quickly when you need them.
      8%
    • The police aren't around much, and when you need them, they aren't reliable.
      3%

    Pittsburgh Crime Rates

    Violent Crime Statistics
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      289.9
      282.7
    • Murder
      18.8
      6.1
    • Rape
      40
      40.7
    • Robbery
      230
      135.5
    Property Crime Statistics
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      443.2
      500.1
    • Theft
      2,331.9
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      241
      284
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