Median Income
$44,107
41% lower than US avg
Home Value
$162,100
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
31.9%
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Pittsford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population559
Median Age57.6 yrs
Density282/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Economy
B+
Median Income$44,107
Per Capita$32,893
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,787M
Commute18 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$162,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$273,249
Health
Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Elevation591 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+31.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.02
Community
2024 VoteR 46% / D 51%
Commute18 min
Libraries21
Is Pittsford a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Pittsford receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Pittsford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Pittsford is $44,107, 41% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Pittsford is $162,100, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
31.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Pittsford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 72.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.
Pittsford has a population of 559 with a density of 282 people per square mile. The median age is 57.6 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).
Population
57.6yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Pittsford vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Pittsford vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Pittsford is $44,107, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.
Income: Pittsford vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,107 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,893 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,130 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,049 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,662 |
| County GDP | $3,787M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 209 |
| Healthcare | 191 |
| Retail | 344 |
| Manufacturing | 92 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,886 |
| 97% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.25% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.1 min |
| Work from Home | 14.1% |
The median home value in Pittsford is $162,100, 42% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $273,249.
Home Values
| Census Median | $162,100 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $273,249 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,124 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,203 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,487 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,922 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,111 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,886 |
| 97% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.25% |
In Pittsford, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Pittsford vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.7% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.0% |
| Asthma | 13.1% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.8% |
| Depression | 29.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,134/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 80.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 191 |
Crime Rates: Pittsford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Pittsford has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-7°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 45.9°F |
| 15% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.2 inches |
| 8% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 72.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 31.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 591 ft (180 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 282/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.7123°N, 73.0253°W |
| County FIPS | 50021 |