Pittsburgh, PA Metro Area

Pittsburgh, PA · Metro Area

2,439,940Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 8 counties (5 central, 3 outlying), part of the Pittsburgh-Weirton-Steubenville, PA-OH-WV combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $75,762
Median home value: $215,000
Land area: 5,640 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Allegheny County, PA	Central	1,238,177	$78,548	$227,600
Westmoreland County, PA	Central	352,500	$74,109	$203,500
Washington County, PA	Central	210,042	$78,958	$228,500
Butler County, PA	Central	197,254	$89,843	$294,200
Beaver County, PA	Central	166,324	$71,089	$190,900
Fayette County, PA	Outlying	125,997	$58,236	$143,200
Lawrence County, PA	Outlying	85,024	$61,931	$147,200
Armstrong County, PA	Outlying	64,622	$65,008	$157,300

Largest cities and towns

603 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Pittsburgh, PA	City	304,759	$65,742
Hempfield, PA	—	41,637	$82,705
Penn Hills, PA	—	40,242	$65,479
Cranberry, PA	—	34,094	$125,126
Mount Lebanon, PA	—	33,370	$123,771
Ross, PA	—	32,939	$92,642
Bethel Park, PA	Municipality	32,881	$107,090
North Huntingdon, PA	—	31,826	$101,200
McCandless, PA	—	29,100	$110,858
Monroeville, PA	Municipality	28,295	$79,218
Shaler, PA	—	27,538	$95,654
Moon, PA	—	26,902	$113,170
Plum, PA	Borough	26,723	$98,705
Peters, PA	—	23,167	$145,979
Allison Park, PA	CDP	22,045	$113,822
New Castle, PA	City	21,579	$42,219
Unity, PA	—	21,419	$75,448
Baldwin, PA	Borough	21,057	$80,983
Upper St. Clair, PA	CDP	20,863	$163,409
Upper St. Clair (Township), PA	—	20,863	$163,409
Murrysville, PA	Municipality	20,817	$121,823
Penn (Township), PA	—	20,456	$113,086
West Mifflin, PA	Borough	19,190	$76,563
South Fayette, PA	—	18,460	$124,112
Hampton, PA	—	18,185	$134,156

Also in the Pittsburgh-Weirton-Steubenville, PA-OH-WV combined area

Weirton-Steubenville, WV-OH · metro · 114,754 Hermitage, PA · micro · 109,257 Indiana, PA · micro · 83,042

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Unemployment

College Educated

38.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$75,762

Mean Household Income

$103,596

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.1%

Female

50.9%

Population Split

Male49.1%

Female50.9%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German24.3%

Irish16.9%

Italian15.0%

English9.4%

Polish7.6%

Scottish1.9%

French1.4%

Mexican0.8%

African0.6%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

4.3%Foreign Born

95.7%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized52.3%

Non-Citizen47.7%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later45.5%

Before 201054.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

1,174,149

Median Rent

$1,053/mo

Median Home Value

$215,000

Median Year Built

1960

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

510,597

College Enrollment

20.7%

High School

21.2%

College Educated

38.2%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

25.8 min

Drive Alone Rate

68.6%

Public Transit

3.2%

Work From Home

17.5%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.8%

18-34 Years

21.1%

35-64 Years

38.6%

65+ Years

21.5%

Population Composition

Under 1818.8%

18-3421.1%

35-6438.6%

65+21.5%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

45.1%

Single Parent

5.0%

Living Alone

34.2%

Avg Size

2.24

Household Types

Married Couples45.1%

Single Parent5.0%

Living Alone34.2%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$45,933

SNAP Usage

13.8%

Health Insurance

96.2%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k15.8%

$25k - $50k17.9%

$50k - $100k28.6%

$100k+37.8%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

10.0%

Retail Trade

11.3%

Education & Health Care

26.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

14.7%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

96.2%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

89.6%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

93.3%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

94.7

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

191.3

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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