Kansas
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.
Based on current data, Pittsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. 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.
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.
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.
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 5,722 per 100,000, 192% above the national average.
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 5.8/10.
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. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 9.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 92.4% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.6% |
| 43% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $40,220 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,545 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $869 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,070 |
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.3% |
| 80% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,084 |
| County GDP | $2,158M |
| Restaurants | 101 |
| Healthcare | 133 |
| Retail | 137 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,300 |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.88% |
| Commute Time | 14.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |
| Census Median | $110,800 |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $129,406 |
| Median List Price | $155,000 |
| Median List Price | $155,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $99 |
| Homes Sold | 17 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 92.6% |
| Price Drops | 11.9% |
| Inventory | 59 |
| Census Median Rent | $840 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $939 |
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
| Owner-Occupied | 44.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,300 |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.88% |
| Obesity | 40.5% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.6% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.5% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.2% |
| Premature Death | 11,703/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 133 |
| Total Violent | 259.4/100K |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 34.3/100K |
| Robbery | 58.7/100K |
| Assault | 166.4/100K |
| Total Property | 5,721.7/100K |
| 192% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 969.1/100K |
| Theft | 4,410.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 342.6/100K |
| Arson | 14.7/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 57.5°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.9 inches |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 9.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 926 ft (282 m) |
| Area | 13.5 sq mi (34.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,531/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.4126°N, 94.6983°W |
| County FIPS | 20037 |
Winner: Republican by 25.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 33.9% |
| 1% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.80 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,531/sq mi |
| Total Area | 13.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 7 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 8 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 133 |
| Restaurants | 101 |
| Retail Stores | 137 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 14.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |