Cost of Living in Pittsburgh
Average rent, food, transport, utilities, and salary data for Pittsburgh, United States.
Overall, the cost of living in Pittsburgh is below the New York City baseline (composite index 56 vs. a New York City baseline of 100). These are representative estimates, not live pricing — see our methodology.
Rent index (NYC=100)38
Groceries index72
Dining out index66
Transport index42
Utilities index62
Median annual salary$56,000
Minimum wage$7.25/hr
State income tax rate3.07%
Est. monthly childcare$950
Est. monthly healthcare premium$420
YoY inflation2.8%
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