Texas
Pittsburg is a small town in Texas with a population of 4,401. Residents earn $48,081 per year, which is 36% below the national average.
Based on current data, Pittsburg receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Pittsburg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Pittsburg is $48,081, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 26.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Pittsburg is $130,600, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $739 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,061 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,936 per 100,000, 101% above the national average.
12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Pittsburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 71.6% |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 28.4% |
| 112% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $48,081 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,150 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $916 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,599 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 26.7% |
| 115% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 279 |
| County GDP | $539M |
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 49 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,547 |
| 87% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.01% |
| Commute Time | 18.7 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $130,600 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $213,716 |
| Median List Price | $174,949 |
| Median List Price | $174,949 |
| $/Sq Ft | $43 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 27.3% |
| Inventory | 22 |
| Census Median Rent | $739 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 54.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,547 |
| 87% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.01% |
| Obesity | 42.9% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.8% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.7% |
| Depression | 23.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.8% |
| Physical Distress | 16.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 72.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.7% |
| Premature Death | 14,544/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
| Total Violent | 1,061.5/100K |
| 179% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 132.7/100K |
| Robbery | 110.6/100K |
| Assault | 818.2/100K |
| Total Property | 3,936.3/100K |
| 101% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,437.4/100K |
| Theft | 2,366.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 132.7/100K |
| Arson | 44.2/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 64.7°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.1 inches |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 374 ft (114 m) |
| Area | 3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,223/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.9992°N, 94.9668°W |
| County FIPS | 48063 |
Winner: Republican by 53.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.5% |
| 63% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,223/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Retail Stores | 49 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 18.7 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |