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Pittsburg, KS

Kansas · Crawford County

Pittsburg is a small city in Kansas with a population of 20,606. Residents earn $40,220 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
20,606 Population 1,531/sq mi density
$40,220 Median Income $24,545 per capita
$110,800 Home Value $129,406 Zillow
$840 Median Rent 32.0% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
451 Violent Crime/100K 0 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$40,220 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,800 home value, $840/mo rent
C
Safety
2.0 / 5.0
451 violent crimes/100K (19% above avg)
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $40,220
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,800
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 451/100K
19% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.9%
1% higher than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.3%
80% higher than US avg

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

People

Population20,606
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density1,531/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,220
Per Capita$24,545
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty22.3%
County GDP$2,158M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,800
Rent$840
Ownership44.8%
Zillow$129,406
Housing Units9,475
Rent Burden32.0%

Crime

C
Violent451/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault347/100K
Burglary352/100K

Health

Obesity40.5%
Uninsured11.8%
Smoking20.1%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation926 ft (282 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.9%
High School+93.3%
Graduate+12.8%
School Score5.65

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute15 min
Broadband87.0%
EV Stations7
Libraries7

Is Pittsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pittsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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 $40,220, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. The poverty rate of 22.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pittsburg is $110,800, 61% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 451 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Pittsburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 9.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Pittsburg has a population of 20,606 with a density of 1,531 people per square mile, spread across 12.9 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. The city is predominantly White (85.1%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 3.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.4% of residents, while 7.6% speak Spanish. 4.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 15.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

20,606
Total Population
1,531
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
12.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pittsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish 7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pittsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pittsburg is $40,220, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,545 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $869, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,084 business establishments, including 101 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Pittsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,220
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,545
Avg Weekly Wage$869
IRS Avg AGI$63,070
Gini Index0.466 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.3%
80% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,084
County GDP$2,158M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare133
Retail137
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.7 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Pittsburg is $110,800, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $129,406, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 92.6% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $753 for a one-bedroom to $947 for a two-bedroom apartment. 44.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 9,475 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1969. The average annual property tax is $4,300 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 32.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,800
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$129,406
Median List Price$155,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$155,000
$/Sq Ft$99
Homes Sold17
Sale-to-List Ratio92.6%
Price Drops11.9%
Inventory59

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$939
Rent Burden32.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Homeownership44.8%
Owner-Occupied44.8%
Renter-Occupied55.2%
Housing Units9,475
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate3.88%
In Pittsburg, 40.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.9% of residents, above the national average. 36.6% have high blood pressure. 20.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.2% report binge drinking. 30.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 23.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.3% experience frequent mental distress. 11.8% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,504. The dentist ratio is 1:1,776. 75.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.5 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-22)

PM2.5
9.3
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
9.6
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
5.5
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
31.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.8
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
147.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure36.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.8%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.1%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.9%
Uninsured11.8%
37% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,504
Dentists1:1,776
Mental Health1:352
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits55.9%
Premature Death11,703/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access75.9%
Healthcare Facilities133
Pittsburg has a violent crime rate of 451 per 100,000 residents, 19% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 347.1 per 100,000, robbery at 19.8, rape at 84.3. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000, 100% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 0, burglary at 352, vehicle theft at 501 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Pittsburg receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Pittsburg vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent451.2/100K
19% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape84.3/100K
Robbery19.8/100K
Assault347.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary352.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft500.8/100K
Arson29.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents14
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.0 / 5.0
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Pittsburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 926 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation926 ft (282 m)
Area12.9 sq mi (33.4 km²)
Population Density1,531/sq mi
Coordinates37.4126°N, 94.6983°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyCrawford County County
Nearest AirportJoplin Regional (JLN)
18 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.9"
26% above US avg
Snowfall 9.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.43"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.54"

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score71.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability51.9 / 100
Community Resilience62.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively High
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.3. Most recent: M2.8 on Mar 23, 2024.

May 18, 2005 Missouri M3.3 133 km
Mar 30, 2001 1 km SW of Hermitage, Missouri M3.1 134 km
Mar 23, 2024 9 km SE of Foyil, Oklahoma M2.8 134 km
Jan 14, 2016 7 km W of Talala, Oklahoma M2.7 137 km
May 21, 2010 2 km SW of Centerton, Arkansas M2.6 124 km
Apr 4, 2015 3 km ESE of Clinton, Missouri M2.6 135 km
Apr 29, 2010 3 km SW of Centerton, Arkansas M2.5 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

567 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 224 fatalities, 2,067 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 22, 2011 EF5 41 km 158
May 10, 2008 EF4 60 km 21
Feb 28, 2007 EF4 87 km 0
May 4, 2003 EF4 36 km 4
Apr 24, 1975 EF4 66 km 3
Apr 12, 1964 EF4 95 km 3
Sep 27, 1959 EF4 79 km 1
Apr 3, 1956 EF4 75 km 0
May 22, 2019 EF3 34 km 0
May 22, 2019 EF3 43 km 3
Mar 12, 2006 EF3 93 km 1
Apr 21, 2005 EF3 58 km 0
May 4, 2003 EF3 70 km 7
May 4, 2003 EF3 24 km 5
May 4, 2003 EF3 43 km 5
Apr 19, 2000 EF3 78 km 0
May 4, 1999 EF3 93 km 0
May 17, 1995 EF3 51 km 0
Mar 26, 1983 EF3 2 km 0
Mar 15, 1982 EF3 78 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

19 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,424 ac, 2004).

Year Name Acres Distance
2004 UNNAMED 4,424 87 km
1986 UNNAMED 3,427 56 km
1991 UNNAMED 2,043 41 km
2015 VOLZ FIRE 1,662 97 km
2005 NR STEELE 1,652 91 km
1988 UNNAMED 1,539 53 km
1989 UNNAMED 1,523 74 km
2010 NO TORCH 1,356 93 km
1996 UNNAMED 1,356 96 km
1996 UNNAMED 1,346 59 km
1995 UNNAMED 1,280 91 km
2006 GRAND 1,067 52 km
1984 RESIDENT 1,048 48 km
1992 UNNAMED 912 83 km
1992 UNNAMED 867 86 km
2005 UNNAMED 860 95 km
2000 UNNAMED 802 82 km
1992 UNNAMED 581 87 km
1996 UNNAMED 515 96 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (1°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 37°F (3°C) 1.9 in
March 47°F (8°C) 3.5 in
April 57°F (14°C) 4.0 in
May 66°F (19°C) 5.3 in
June 74°F (24°C) 5.4 in Wettest
July 80°F (27°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 78°F (26°C) 3.9 in
September 70°F (21°C) 5.0 in
October 59°F (15°C) 4.1 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in
December 36°F (2°C) 2.2 in

Pittsburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 33°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.4") and January the driest (1.5").

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Pittsburg is located in Crawford County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 33.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% above the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. 12.8% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 61.7% of the vote, a 25.3-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 7 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 133 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.7%
D 36.5%

Winner: Republican by 25.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents14
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0
C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.9%
1% above US avg
High School+93.3%
Graduate Degree+12.8%
School Test Score5.65
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,531/sq mi
Total Area12.9 sq mi
CountyCrawford County County

Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Avg Download Speed129.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed65.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants101
Retail Stores137

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.7 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%
Average costs for common services in Pittsburg. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $225 ($135–$360)
Specialist Visit $315 ($180–$496)
Urgent Care Visit $180 ($90–$315)
Emergency Room Visit $1,982 ($721–$4,505)
Dental Cleaning $117 ($68–$180)
Dental Filling $225 ($135–$360)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $41 ($23–$68)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $68 ($45–$108)
Brake Pad Replacement $270 ($135–$451)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$68)
New Tires (Set of 4) $541 ($360–$901)
Battery Replacement $180 ($90–$315)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $90 ($54–$135)
Electrician (Per Hour) $81 ($45–$126)
HVAC Repair $360 ($135–$721)
HVAC System Install $6,307 ($3,604–$10,812)
Roof Repair $901 ($360–$1,802)
Roof Replacement $8,109 ($4,956–$13,515)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,352 ($451–$3,154)
Divorce (Contested) $13,515 ($4,505–$27,030)
DUI Defense $4,505 ($1,802–$9,010)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,352 ($721–$2,703)
Will Preparation $451 ($180–$901)
Trust Preparation $2,253 ($901–$4,505)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$41)
Women's Haircut $50 ($27–$90)
Hair Coloring (Full) $135 ($68–$225)
Manicure $23 ($14–$41)
Pedicure $36 ($23–$59)
Massage (1 Hour) $72 ($45–$117)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.69 ($2.70–$4.96)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.15 ($2.25–$4.51)
Loaf of Bread $3.42 ($2.25–$4.96)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.05 ($2.70–$5.86)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.96 ($3.60–$6.76)
Rice (per lb) $0.90 ($0.54–$1.62)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $126 ($72–$225)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $63 ($27–$135)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $63 ($36–$108)
Internet (Monthly) $63 ($36–$90)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $59 ($27–$90)
Cable TV (Monthly) $77 ($45–$135)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $180 ($68–$451)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,802 ($1,081–$3,154)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $63 ($27–$117)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.21–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $90 ($27–$225)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($14–$68)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,081 ($541–$2,253)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $901 ($451–$1,802)
After-School Care (Monthly) $360 ($180–$631)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $45 ($23–$90)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $901 ($360–$2,253)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,263 ($4,505–$27,030)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $54 ($27–$90)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $90 ($45–$180)
Dog Grooming $54 ($27–$90)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$68)
Dog Spay/Neuter $270 ($135–$451)
Cat Spay/Neuter $180 ($90–$360)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$414
Toddler$423
Preschool$423
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$426
Toddler$361
Preschool$361
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Crawford County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 2,791 49 $54,935 1.96
Health Care & Social Assistance 2,251 122 $48,938 0.90
Retail Trade 1,871 138 $30,765 1.08
Accommodation & Food Services 1,524 88 $16,704 0.97
Construction 870 103 $52,909 0.96
Administrative & Waste Services 665 66 $49,998 0.65
Transportation & Warehousing 452 38 $65,020 0.62
Wholesale Trade 437 46 $54,466 0.64
Professional & Technical Services 390 108 $60,096 0.32
Arts & Entertainment 342 14 $31,244 1.17
Finance & Insurance 334 66 $56,399 0.47
Information & Technology 279 24 $61,174 0.86
Other Services 225 63 $33,103 0.43
Management of Companies 165 8 $75,223 0.56
Real Estate 145 38 $43,402 0.54
Agriculture & Forestry 106 25 $44,515 0.75
Utilities 104 3 $101,163 1.58
Mining & Oil/Gas 56 4 $75,371 0.85
Educational Services 51 10 $20,550 0.14

Colleges & Universities in Pittsburg

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Pittsburg State University Public · Graduate 7,099 88.2% $8,156 $19,500

Hospitals in Pittsburg

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
MERCY HOSPITAL PITTSBURG, INC Acute Care Hospitals 4/5 Yes (620) 231-6100

Schools in Pittsburg

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Pittsburg High High 1,017 57 17.8:1
Pittsburg Middle School Middle 720 47 15.3:1
Westside Elem Elementary 527 21 25.1:1
Lakeside Elem Elementary 422 29 14.6:1
Meadowlark Elementary Elementary 411 28 14.7:1
Geo E Nettels Elem Elementary 293 23 12.7:1
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Radio Stations near Pittsburg

18 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ambient.fm ambient, ambient and relaxation music MP3 128 kbps
ALT 92.1 Reno alternative rock AAC+ 32 kbps
Nevada Talk Network conservative talk, conspiracy theories MP3 128 kbps
113.FM Elevator MP3 128 kbps
RVGM MP3 192 kbps
KELK Radio Elko adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
KCEP 88.1 "Power 88" Las Vegas, NV community radio, las vegas AAC+ 32 kbps
KKGK Fox Sports 98.9/1340 live sports, sports AAC+ 32 kbps
KUNR 88.7 "Reno Public Radio", NV npr, public radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Goldfield MP3 128 kbps
KOMB - All Hit 103.9 FM classic hits MP3 128 kbps
1460 AM Deportes Vegas deportes, entretenimiento MP3 24 kbps
Exa FM Las Vegas - 94.5 FM - KXLI - Radio Activo Broadcasting, LLC - Las Vegas, Nevada 94.5 fm, américa AAC+ 32 kbps
Fiesta Las Vegas 98.1 FM banda, entretenimiento AAC 128 kbps
KWNK - Reno Community Radio college, college radio MP3 192 kbps
Radio Shouting Fire alternative, community MP3 128 kbps
NYE Underground 70s, 80s MP3 160 kbps
91,5 Jazz and more MP3 256 kbps

National Parks Near Pittsburg

16 national parks and monuments found near Pittsburg.

ParkTypeFee
Bernice State Park State Park Free
Big Sugar Creek State Park State Park Free
Cherokee State Park State Park Free
Crawford Fishing Lake Number One State Park Free
Crawford State Park State Park Free
Crawford State Park Lake State Park Free
Disney State Park State Park Free
Dog Iron Ranch & Will Rogers Birthplace State Park Free
Fort Scott National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
George Washington Carver National Monument National Monument Free
Honey Creek State Park State Park Free
Pea Ridge National Military Park National Military Park Free
Prairie State Park State Park Free
Roaring River State Park State Park Free
Stockton State Park State Park Free
Twin Bridges State Park State Park Free

Museums in Pittsburg

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BIG BRUTUSGENERAL MUSEUM6208276177$129,372
CRAWFORD COUNTY HISTORICALHISTORIC PRESERVATION6202311440
HISTORIC GIRARDHISTORIC PRESERVATION6207244570
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF CRAWFORD COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION651 S HIGHWAY 696202311440
L. RUSSELL KELCE PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM6202317000
MINERS HALL MUSEUM FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM6203474220
MUSEUM OF CRAWFORD COUNTYGENERAL MUSEUM
PITTSBURG STATE UNIVERSITY NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUMNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM3162354732

Libraries in Pittsburg

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
PITTSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY308 NORTH WALNUT0.0120,714
GIRARD PUBLIC LIBRARY128 WEST PRAIRIE AVE.0.045,914
ARMA CITY LIBRARY508 E. WASHINGTON STREET0.020,907
WEIR PUBLIC LIBRARY612 SOUTH JEFFERSON0.012,424
COLUMBUS PUBLIC LIBRARY205 N. KANSAS0.09,660

Farmers Markets in Pittsburg

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Columbus Kansas Farmers Market202 N. East Avenue06/07/2018 to 10/25/2018Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
Pittsburg Farmers Market2nd & Broadway04/13/2013 to 11/02/2013Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;Visit

Hotels in Pittsburg

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Holiday Lodge

Restaurants in Pittsburg

14 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Applebee's
Beef-a-Roo
Brick + Mortar Social House
Chatters
El Caballo de Oro
Gibson Dining Hall
Guadelajara
Happy Family
juicy's
Oriental Star
Pizza Hut
Sakera
TOAST
Tropical Sno

Cafes in Pittsburg

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Harry's
Root Coffeehouse and Creperie

Clinics in Pittsburg

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bryant Student Health Center

Veterinaries in Pittsburg

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Broadway Animal Hospital
US #1055549295

Gas Stations in Pittsburg

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Horton"s
Phillips 66 Bo's One Stop
Snak Atak
Walmart

Banks in Pittsburg

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Landmark National Bank

Gyms in Pittsburg

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pinamonti Fitness
US #1432656740

Golf Courses in Pittsburg

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Four Oaks Golf Course

Nursing Homes in Pittsburg

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
MEDICALODGES PITTSBURG
2520 S ROUSE ST
For profit - Corporation 45 36 5/5 5/5 5/5 6202310300
GOLDEN LIVINGCENTER - PITTSBURG
1005 E CENTENNIAL DRIVE
For profit - Corporation 86 71 2/5 4/5 2/5 6202311120
VIA CHRISTI VILLAGE PITTSBURG INC
1502 E CENTENNIAL
Non profit - Church related 96 83 2/5 4/5 3/5 6202350020

Pharmacies in Pittsburg

7 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER OF SOUTHEAST KANSAS 3011 NORTH MICHIGAN STREET 620-231-9873
CROWELL DRUG COMPANY 401 NORTH BROADWAY STREET 620-231-0750
DILLONS MARKETPLACE 2600 NORTH BROADWAY STREET 620-232-3066
LINDBURG PHARMACY 909 EAST CENTENNIAL DRIVE 620-231-8130
THE MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACY 2409 NORTH BROADWAY STREET 620-231-3410
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 72 2710 NORTH BROADWAY STREET 620-231-0756
WALGREENS - 9049 1911 NORTH BROADWAY STREET 620-231-1486

EV Charging Stations in Pittsburg

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Evergy - Pittsburg Service Center1909 S Olive StNon-Networked1J1772public
EVERGY @PSU KTC -401A909 E Ford Ave @ Pitt State Tech CenterChargePoint Network2J1772public
EVERGY @PSU KTC -401B909 E Ford Ave @ Pitt State Tech CenterChargePoint Network2J1772public
Hampton Inn & Suites Pittsburg Kansas Crossing - Tesla Destination1285 S Hwy 69Tesla Destination2TESLApublic
Swtch Energy407 N BroadwaySWTCH1J1772public

Cell Towers in Pittsburg

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
371 NORTH 160 STREETTOWER130
5559 NW 20th StreetTOWER115
22669 State Hwy 96 (100266)LTOWER79
(Pittsburg #1) 125 North LocustLTOWER66
9242 COUNTY ROAD 284 (79748)MTOWER55

Fire Stations in Pittsburg

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Pittsburg Fire Department911 W 4th STCareer620-231-1870

Bridges in Pittsburg

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete continuous199229014,300G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20222257,630G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20212436,660G
CulvertConcrete1931656,660F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20043214,960G
CulvertConcrete1923654,160G
CulvertConcrete1990443,410G
SlabConcrete continuous19861333,210G
SlabConcrete continuous19861023,210G
CulvertConcrete1930542,000F
SlabConcrete continuous20171621,709G
CulvertConcrete1990971,520G
CulvertConcrete1957281,100F
SlabConcrete continuous19942351,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete202131800G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1961159800F
Tee BeamConcrete194055400P
Tee BeamConcrete1940112350P
SlabConcrete19356440P
SlabConcrete continuous200210340G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197810240G
CulvertConcrete19752940G
SlabConcrete continuous197614340F

Airports Near Pittsburg

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Joplin Regional AirportJLNMedium Airport
7Up Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Allen County AirportSmall Airport
Atkinson Municipal AirportPTSSmall Airport
Barlet's Base AirportSmall Airport
Baugh Flight Park UltralightportSmall Airport
Blue Sky AirportSmall Airport
Bob White AirportSmall Airport
Breckenridge AirportSmall Airport
Cal Acres AirportSmall Airport
Clemens AirportSmall Airport
Cook AirportSmall Airport
Cooper Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Coose FieldSmall Airport
Diamond H AirportSmall Airport
Double R Ranch AirportSmall Airport
El Dorado Springs Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Emmerson AirportSmall Airport
Ensminger AirportSmall Airport
Five Mile AirportSmall Airport
Fort Scott Municipal AirportFSKSmall Airport
Galichia AirportSmall Airport
Goans FieldSmall Airport
Green Country AirparkSmall Airport
Greg Post Farms AirportSmall Airport
Harrison AirportSmall Airport
Jta Asbell FieldSmall Airport
Kingsley Private AirportSmall Airport
Koafm AirportSmall Airport
Lamar Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Lamb Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Laughlin AirportSmall Airport
Lucky Weasel AirportSmall Airport
Lynch FieldSmall Airport
McGuire AirfieldSmall Airport
Miami Municipal AirportMIOSmall Airport
Monett Regional AirportSmall Airport
Neosho Hugh Robinson AirportEOSSmall Airport
Nevada Municipal AirportNVDSmall Airport
Nimsick AirportSmall Airport
Old 66 StripSmall Airport
Oswego Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Papas Dream AirportSmall Airport
Pearce FieldSmall Airport
Ratcliff Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Reed-Wilsonton AirportSmall Airport
Route 66 AirfieldSmall Airport
Seiferd FieldSmall Airport
Shepherd AirportSmall Airport
Squadron FieldSmall Airport

Police Stations in Pittsburg

11 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Arcadia Police Department
Arma Police Department
Cherokee County Law Enforcement Center915 East Country Road
Cherokee Police Department
Columbus Police Department
Crawford County Jail225 North Enterprise Drive
Crawford County Sheriff's Office225 North Enterprise Drive
Frontenac Police Department
Girard Police Department
Mulberry Police Department
Pittsburg Police Department201 North Pine Street

Grocery Stores in Pittsburg

21 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Abarroteria JirehGrocery Store908 E 4th St
Bo's 1 Stop Inc.Convenience Store1116 W 4th St
Braums 217Other515 S Broadway St
Casey's General Store 2961Convenience Store612 S Broadway St
CASEY'S GENERAL STORE 3924Convenience Store2520 S. BROADWAY
Dillon Store 108Super Store2600 N Broadway St
Dollar General 13065Other2004 S Rouse St
DOLLAR GENERAL 18856Other820 W 4th St
Dollar General 23865Other1026 E 4th St
Fernandez MarketGrocery Store307 N Elm St
Galaxy Foodmart 3Convenience Store1101 E 4th St
Ortega Salvadorena StoreConvenience Store306 S Broadway St
Petes 7Convenience Store1307 S Broadway St
Pitt ExpressConvenience Store302 W 4th St
Pitt StopConvenience Store902 S Joplin St
Pittsburg Area Farmers' Market - Pittsburg KsFarmers and Markets114 E 11th St
Rons SupermarketSuper Store310 E Centennial Dr
The Meat ShedSpecialty Store2401 S Rouse St
Walgreens 9049Other1911 N Broadway St
Walmart Neighborhood Market 5791Super Store1011 E Centennial Dr
Walmart SC 0072Super Store2710 N Broadway St

Treatment Centers in Pittsburg

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Community MHC of Crawford County - OutpatientBoth620-231-5130
Community MHC of Crawford County - Outpatient ServicesBoth620-724-8806
Girard Medical CenterMental Health620-724-8291
Spring River MH and WellnessBoth620-429-1860

DOL Wage Violations in Pittsburg

19 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $149,888 in back wages owed to 316 employees.

19
Violations
$149,888
Back Wages Owed
316
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
NPC International 66762 1 $73,118 $2,151 34
Randy Vilela Auto Body,Demolition&Excavation 66762 1 $25,693 $856 30
Comfort Care Homes LLC 66762 1 $15,367 $3,842 4
CLASS, Ltd. - Crawford County 66762 1 $13,006 $361 36
Holiday Inn Express IHG 66762 1 $4,258 $284 15
Steel Hope 66762 1 $3,874 $430 9
El Caballo de Oro 66762 1 $3,622 $906 4
Cafe Del Rio 66762 1 $2,852 $61 47
Pittsburg Morning Sun 66762 1 $2,088 $1,044 2
FREDDY VANS INC. 66762 1 $1,786 $162 11
Comfort Inn Choice Hotels 66762 1 $1,496 $47 32
Kabredlo's Convenience 66762 1 $1,052 $1,052 1
Pittsburg Truck N Travel 66762 1 $475 $119 4
MOSAIC Mosaic 66762 1 $399 $8 53
Riggin Farms 66762 1 $316 $45 7
EZ Car Credit 66762 1 $177 $177 1
New Hope Medical Lodge 66762 1 $135 $135 1
City of Pittsburg 66762 1 $118 $5 23
Horton's Pizza Plus 66762 1 $56 $28 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pittsburg

25 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CAMPUS CHRISTIANS MINISTRY INC213 E WILLIAMS ST
CHI OMICRON RHO1808 S ELM ST
CHRISTS COMMUNITY CHURCH900 E 4TH ST
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY607 N JOPLIN ST
CORNERSTONE FAMILY CHURCHPO BOX 172
COUNTRYSIDE CHRISTIAN CHURCH 1900 E 4TH ST1901 E 4TH ST
COVENANT HARVEST CHURCH INC615 S HIGHWAY 69
CRAWFORD COUNTY CHURCH OF CHRIST INC510 UTAH ST
FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH1233 S 220TH ST
FAMILY LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD1234 N ROUSE ST
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH209 W 7TH ST
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH705 E CENTENNIAL DR
FIRST SOUTHERN BAPTIST CHURCH203 E 23RD ST
IGLESIA CRISTIANA PENTECOSTES UNA FUENTE EN EL DESIERTO MINISTRY1807 N BROADWAY ST
MINISTERIOS EL JORDAN PITTSBURG405 S LOCUST ST
MINISTERIOS EL JORDAN PITTSBURG IGLESIA SHEKINA203 E 23RD ST
MISION CRISTIANA REMANENTE FIEL KANSAS INC1503 N SMELTER ST
MOTHER TO MOTHER MINISTRY722 W 8TH ST
OUR LADY OF LOURDES PARISHPO BOX 214
PITT CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD1107 N TUCKER ST
SOUTH BROADWAY BAPTIST CHURCH1322 S BROADWAY ST
ST JOHN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA OF PITTSBURG304 W 3RD ST
TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH301 E WASHINGTON ST
VICTORY LIFE CHURCH681 S HIGHWAY 69
ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH102 W JACKSON ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pittsburg

What is the population of Pittsburg?

Pittsburg has a population of 20,606 residents and is located in Kansas. The population density is 1,531 people per square mile, spread across 12.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Pittsburg expensive to live in?

Pittsburg is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $40,220, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $110,800 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Pittsburg safe?

The violent crime rate in Pittsburg is 451 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Pittsburg receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Pittsburg?

Pittsburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.9 inches, with 9.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Pittsburg?

The job market in Pittsburg is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $869. There are 1,084 business establishments in the area, including 101 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 5.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Pittsburg?

The median home value in Pittsburg is $110,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $129,406. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. Fair market rent is $753 for a 1-bedroom and $947 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 44.8%. The average annual property tax is $4,300.

How are the schools in Pittsburg?

Schools in Pittsburg score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 33.9% of adults in Pittsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. 12.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Pittsburg?

The obesity rate in Pittsburg is 40.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.1% of adults are smokers. 30.5% are physically inactive. 23.2% of residents report depression. 11.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 75.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,504.

What is transportation like in Pittsburg?

The average commute in Pittsburg is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Pittsburg?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Pittsburg is 85.1% White, 3.4% Black or African American, 2.3% Hispanic or Latino. 92.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 7.6% speak Spanish. 4.0% of the population are military veterans. 15.8% of residents have a disability. 87.9% have health insurance coverage.

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