Wilkinsburg, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 5/10
directions_run Walkability 6/10
directions_bus Transit 6/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 10/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Moderately Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but walking may be limited by distance, infrastructure, or availability of nearby amenities.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Sufficient Access. Public transportation is available but may have limitations in frequency, coverage, or convenience.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Education Hub. The area boasts numerous high-quality colleges and universities within close proximity, offering a wide range of academic opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
14,165 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
36.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,565 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$140,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$628 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$804 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
25.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Allegheny County
4
Pittsburgh Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Allegheny County
3
Pittsburgh Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 13 29
Feb 2 9 31
Mar 2 7 39
Apr 2 2 51
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 2 0 64
Oct 2 0 52
Nov 2 2 43
Dec 2 8 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 72% of residents leaning left and 24% leaning right.

Liberal (73%) (24%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 21%
Hillary Clinton 76%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 17, PA State Senate District 43, PA State House District 34, PA
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Schools

Plea School
<1 miles, W
Turner Intermediate Sch
<1 miles, E • 1.4 star
Imani Christian Academy
<1 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Chatham University
3 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Upmc St Margaret
3 miles, N • 4.1 star
West Penn Hospital
4 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Pittsburgh International Airport
19 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
27 miles, SE • 1 star
Akron-Canton Regional Airport
88 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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