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Pittsburg, IL

Illinois

Pittsburg is a small town in Illinois with a population of 515. Residents earn $54,063 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
515 Population 249/sq mi density
$54,063 Median Income $27,553 per capita
$101,900 Home Value $158,423 Zillow
$1,007 Median Rent 20.4% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$54,063 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,900 home value, $1,007/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,063
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,900
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,007
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.0%
37% higher than US avg

How Pittsburg Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population515
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density249/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans12.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$54,063
Per Capita$27,553
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty17.0%
County GDP$3,987M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,900
Rent$1,007
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$158,423
Housing Units306
Rent Burden20.4%

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking16.4%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation463 ft (141 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+90.0%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute22 min
Broadband91.2%
Libraries5

Is Pittsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pittsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Pittsburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pittsburg is $54,063, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pittsburg is $101,900, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,007 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Pittsburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Pittsburg has a population of 515 with a density of 249 people per square mile. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%), with 3.7% Hispanic.

Population

515
Total Population
249
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pittsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pittsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pittsburg is $54,063, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Pittsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,063
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,553
Avg Weekly Wage$1,021
IRS Avg AGI$68,098

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.0%
37% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,404
County GDP$3,987M

Business (County)

Restaurants156
Healthcare212
Retail230
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,704
63% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone92.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pittsburg is $101,900, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,007 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,423.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,900
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$158,423

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$111
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,007
13% below US avg
Rent Burden20.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.3%
Housing Units306
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,704
63% above US avg
Effective Rate5.60%
In Pittsburg, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pittsburg vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.9%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits59.5%
Premature Death9,023/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities212
Pittsburg has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation463 ft (141 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density249/sq mi
Coordinates37.7766°N, 88.8502°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17199
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.8-point margin. 91.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.8%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 38.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.0%
58% below US avg
High School+90.0%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density249/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.2%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities212
Restaurants156
Retail Stores230

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone92.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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