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Pittsburg, IL
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Pittsburg, IL
At a Glance
How Pittsburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pittsburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pittsburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pittsburg residents earn a median household income of $54,063 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,553. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3% (8% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,404 business establishments, including 156 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pittsburg is $101,900 , 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $158,423. Median rent is $1,007/month, with 20.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Pittsburg reports 74 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 80% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,915/100K.
Education
14.0% of adults in Pittsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 90.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pittsburg has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.