Cost Index: 93 · Below Average

Cost of Living in Pittsburgh

Median income in Pittsburgh is $48,000/year ($4,000/month). Here is how to budget every dollar.

Average Rent in Pittsburgh

$900

Studio

$1,150

1 Bedroom

$1,400

2 Bedrooms

Monthly Budget Breakdown: $4,000/month

How to allocate the median Pittsburgh income of $48,000/year after taxes.

Housing

$1,150

29%

Food & Groceries

$400

10%

Transportation

$280

7%

Utilities

$180

4%

Healthcare

$200

5%

Entertainment

$240

6%

Personal & Other

$200

5%

Savings

$1,350

34%

Total

$4,000

100%

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Affordable Neighborhoods in Pittsburgh

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Lawrenceville and Bloomfield have trendy dining and walkability at moderate prices

2

Squirrel Hill and Shadyside near universities offer good value

3

Dormont and Beechview on the T light rail line are very affordable

Money-Saving Tips for Pittsburgh

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Pittsburgh Regional Transit monthly pass ($97.50) covers buses and the T light rail

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Take advantage of Pittsburgh's many free cultural attractions (Carnegie Museums on free days)

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Shop at Giant Eagle (use Advantage Card), Aldi, and the Strip District for groceries

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