Question 1

Is Philadelphia, PA or Pittsburgh, PA cheaper to buy in?

Accepted Answer

Philadelphia, PA is cheaper. The median home price in Philadelphia, PA is approximately $269,400 and in Pittsburgh, PA it is approximately $347,900 — a difference of $78,500.

Question 2

Is Philadelphia, PA or Pittsburgh, PA more walkable?

Accepted Answer

Philadelphia, PA is more walkable. Philadelphia, PA has a Walk Score of 43/100 and Pittsburgh, PA has a Walk Score of 34/100.

Question 3

Which has better schools, Philadelphia, PA or Pittsburgh, PA?

Accepted Answer

Philadelphia, PA has higher-rated schools. Philadelphia, PA has a school rating of 6.9/10 and Pittsburgh, PA has a rating of 5.8/10.

Question 4

Should I live in Philadelphia, PA or Pittsburgh, PA?

Accepted Answer

Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.

Category	Philadelphia, PA	Pittsburgh, PA
Housing
Verdict	Good for now	Think twice
Median Price	$269K ✓ Lower price	$348K
Median Rent	$1K	$1K ✓ Lower rent
Median Income	$72K	$126K ✓ Higher income
Price Volatility	Moderate	Low ✓ More stable
Getting Around
Walk Score	43/100 ✓ More walkable	34/100
Transit Score	17/100 ✓ Better transit	10/100
Bike Score	54/100 ✓ More bikeable	N/A
Commute	9 min ✓ Shorter commute	16 min
Safety & Environment
Safety Grade	D+	D+
Violent Crime	Moderate	Moderate
Property Crime	Moderate	Moderate
Flood Risk	Low	Low
Air Quality	Moderate	Moderate
Community
Schools	6.9/10 ✓ Better schools	5.8/10
Best for	FamiliesYoung ProfessionalsCommuters	Remote workersYoung professionalsFamilies with kids

Philadelphia, PA vs Pittsburgh, PA

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