California · Metropolitan Area
Pittsburg is a mid-size city in California with a population of 75,868. Residents earn $101,099 per year, which is 35% above the national average.
Based on current data, Pittsburg receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Pittsburg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Pittsburg is $101,099, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Pittsburg among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Pittsburg is $583,100, making it a premium housing market at 107% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,201 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Pittsburg is below the national average at 259 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,499 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.
23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Pittsburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 50.6% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 49.4% |
| 269% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $101,099 |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $39,067 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,373 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,306 |
| Unemployment | 4.9% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.2% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 13,772 |
| County GDP | $37,695M |
| Restaurants | 844 |
| Healthcare | 1,087 |
| Retail | 1,013 |
| Manufacturing | 258 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,418 |
| 83% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.10% |
| Commute Time | 38.1 min |
| Work from Home | 7.9% |
| Census Median | $583,100 |
| 107% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $563,657 |
| Median List Price | $616,500 |
| Median List Price | $616,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $378 |
| Homes Sold | 29 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.8% |
| Price Drops | 23.5% |
| Inventory | 51 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,201 |
| 89% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,452 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 61.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,418 |
| 83% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.10% |
| Obesity | 31.3% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.3% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 4.8% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.6% |
| Depression | 19.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,385/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,087 |
| Total Violent | 259.2/100K |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Murder | 5.9/100K |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Rape | 4.4/100K |
| Robbery | 142.2/100K |
| Assault | 106.7/100K |
| Total Property | 3,498.8/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 844.3/100K |
| Theft | 1,587.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 1,066.5/100K |
| Arson | 26.7/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 66 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 24.8 inches |
| 35% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 17.7 sq mi (45.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,291/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.0168°N, 121.8969°W |
| County FIPS | 06095 |
Winner: Democrat by 23 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.5% |
| 30% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 80.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 4,291/sq mi |
| Total Area | 17.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 18 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 19 |
| Public Libraries | 11 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,087 |
| Restaurants | 844 |
| Retail Stores | 1,013 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 66 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 38.1 min |
| Work from Home | 7.9% |