Pittsburg, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Pittsburg is a small town in Indiana with a population of 208.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
208 Population 800/sq mi density
$105,700 Home Value
$775 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $105,700
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.2%
71% higher than US avg

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

People

Population208
Median Age20.9 yrs
Density800/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans78.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$19,707
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty21.2%
County GDP$952M
Commute35 min

Housing

Home Value$105,700
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units79
Rent Burden22.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation620 ft (189 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+89.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute35 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries4

Is Pittsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pittsburg receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Pittsburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 21.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pittsburg is $105,700, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Pittsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches, including 17.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Pittsburg has a population of 208 with a density of 800 people per square mile. The median age is 20.9 years, 46% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

208
Total Population
800
People / sq mi
20.9yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.8%
Female 32.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Pittsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pittsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pittsburg is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Pittsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$19,707
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$67,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.2%
71% above US avg
Establishments (County)436
County GDP$952M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare29
Retail49
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,396
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.1 min
Drive Alone91.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pittsburg is $105,700, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,700
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.0%
Housing Units79
Median Year Built2001

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,396
32% below US avg
Effective Rate2.27%
Pittsburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.0 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall17.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation620 ft (189 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density800/sq mi
Coordinates40.5960°N, 86.7029°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.1-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.2%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 52.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+89.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density800/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants39
Retail Stores49

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.1 min
Drive Alone91.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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