Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area
Wilkinsburg is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 14,165. Residents earn $48,565 per year, which is 35% below the national average.
Based on current data, Wilkinsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Wilkinsburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Wilkinsburg is $48,565, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
The median home value in Wilkinsburg is $140,300, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $978 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 882 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 2,936 per 100,000, 50% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 36.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Wilkinsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 93.0% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.0% |
| 48% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $48,565 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $38,903 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,506 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $94,625 |
| Unemployment | 6.0% |
| 67% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.5% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 36,316 |
| County GDP | $132,892M |
| Restaurants | 3,345 |
| Healthcare | 4,791 |
| Retail | 3,982 |
| Manufacturing | 940 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,851 |
| 153% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.31% |
| Commute Time | 28.5 min |
| Work from Home | 19.8% |
| Census Median | $140,300 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Median List Price | $250,000 |
| Median List Price | $250,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $34 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.9% |
| Price Drops | 11.9% |
| Inventory | 42 |
| Census Median Rent | $978 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 32.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,851 |
| 153% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 6.31% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,412/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 93.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4,791 |
| Total Violent | 882.1/100K |
| 132% above US avg | |
| Murder | 25.2/100K |
| 300% above US avg | |
| Rape | 81.9/100K |
| Robbery | 239.4/100K |
| Assault | 535.6/100K |
| Total Property | 2,936.2/100K |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 957.7/100K |
| Theft | 1,713.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 264.6/100K |
| Arson | 69.3/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 83 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 52.4°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 40.6 inches |
| 7% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 983 ft (300 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (5.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,296/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.4442°N, 79.8733°W |
| County FIPS | 42003 |
Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 36.8% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 6,296/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.3 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 72 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4,791 |
| Restaurants | 3,345 |
| Retail Stores | 3,982 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 83 |
| Avg Commute | 28.5 min |
| Work from Home | 19.8% |