Pittsburgh city, Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Pittsburgh city is a geographic entity located in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 307,632. The land area covers 55.37 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 307,632 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 33.6 yrs | ±0.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 138,188 | ±1,432 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 161,908 | ±1,339 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 138,188 | ±1,432 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 23,720 | ±977 |
| Median Home Value | $205,800 | ±$5,061 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,261 | ±$27 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,742 | ±$1,484 |
| Per Capita Income | $45,385 | ±$1,102 |
| Poverty Rate | 20.1% | ±0.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 56,395 | ±2,578 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.1% | ±0.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 160,277 | ±1,981 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.4% | ±0.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 307,668 (2024)
ID: 133470
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: APPLICATIONS & RECORDS SUPERVISOR
414 GRANT ST, RM 401, PITTSBURGH PA 15219-2419
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GUS Population: 1,231,814 (2024)
ID: 193970
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: OFFICE OF THE ALLEGHENY COUNTY EXECUTIVE
RM 101 ALLEGHENY COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 436 GRANT ST, PITTSBURGH PA 15219
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Pittsburgh | KG-04 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Pittsburgh | KG-06 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Pittsburgh | 03-05 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Pittsburgh | 09-12 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Pittsburgh | 06-08 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Pittsburgh | KG-02 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Pittsburgh | KG-04 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Pittsburgh | 08-12 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Pittsburgh | PK-06 | Pittsburgh, PA | |
| Regular School Pittsburgh | 05-06 | Pittsburgh, PA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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ALLEGHENY GENERAL HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 320 EAST NORTH AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15212 |
(412) 359-3131
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Carlow University
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College | 0.6 mi away | 3333 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213-3165 |
4125786000
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HILL DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 2177 CENTRE AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15219 |
(412) 281-3753
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CHILDREN'S HOME OF PITTSBURGH
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Childrens | City address association | 5324 PENN AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15224 |
(412) 441-4884
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UPMC Mercy School of Nursing
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College | 0.7 mi away | 1401 Blvd of the Allies, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219-5166 |
4122328171
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SOUTH SIDE LIBRARY
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 2205 EAST CARSON ST., PITTSBURGH, PA, 15203 |
(412) 431-0505
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MAGEE WOMENS HOSPITAL OF UPMC HEALTH SYSTEM
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Hospital | City address association | 300 HALKET STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15213 |
(412) 641-4010
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Duquesne University
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College | 1.0 mi away | Administration Bldg 600 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15282 |
4123966000
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DOWNTOWN AND BUSINESS LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 612 SMITHFIELD STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15222 |
(412) 281-7141
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ST CLAIR HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 1000 BOWER HILL ROAD, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15243 |
(412) 942-4000
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at PITTSBURGH ALLEGHENY CO AP, PA US, located 6.5 miles from Pittsburgh city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.6° | 22.3° | 29.5° | 3.08" | — |
| February | 39.9° | 24.3° | 32.1° | 2.57" | — |
| March | 49.4° | 31.3° | 40.4° | 3.22" | — |
| April | 62.5° | 41.8° | 52.1° | 3.40" | — |
| May | 71.9° | 51.8° | 61.8° | 4.08" | — |
| June | 79.1° | 59.9° | 69.5° | 4.58" | — |
| July | 83.0° | 64.1° | 73.6° | 3.93" | — |
| August | 81.3° | 62.8° | 72.1° | 3.81" | — |
| September | 74.8° | 55.9° | 65.4° | 3.54" | — |
| October | 63.3° | 45.1° | 54.2° | 3.06" | — |
| November | 51.1° | 35.3° | 43.2° | 3.03" | — |
| December | 41.0° | 27.7° | 34.4° | 3.04" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Mount Oliver borough | Borough | 2.0 mi | — |
| Millvale borough | Borough | 2.9 mi | — |
| Homestead borough | Borough | 4.1 mi | — |
| Etna borough | Borough | 4.1 mi | — |
| Baldwin borough | Borough | 4.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4200361000. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.