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East Pittsburgh
East Pittsburgh is a historic borough located along the Monongahela River, just east of Pittsburgh. Once a key industrial hub, the community played an essential role in the region’s steel and manufacturing legacy. Today, East Pittsburgh is a small but resilient community with a mix of residential neighborhoods and local businesses. The borough offers easy access to major highways and nearby amenities while maintaining a close-knit atmosphere. With ongoing revitalization efforts and a commitment to preserving its rich history, East Pittsburgh continues to be a community with both character and opportunity.
Select Demographics
Population
1,822
Households
780
Median Household Income
$40,227
This is higher than the median of $29K for AT communities and slightly lower than the median for the county of just under $50K
Per Capita Income
$23,561
This is much lower than the average of $45K for AT communities and much lower than the county average of $75K
Median Age
34
This is slightly younger than the median age of 38 among AT communities and younger than the median age of 41 for the county
Residents Age 65+
11%
This is lower than average for AT communities and much lower than the county average of 21%
Foreign-born Pop.
2%
This is lower than the average of 4% for AT communities and lower than the county average of 7%
Housing
Total Housing Units
1,031
Median Home Value
$72,300
This is lower than the median of $107K for AT communities and much lower than the county median of $232K
Vacant Homes
24%
This is higher than average among AT communities (13%) and much higher than the county average of 10%
Owner Occupied Homes
36%
This is lower than the average of 50% for AT communities and lower than average for the county (66%)
Single Family Homes
54%
This is lower than average for AT communities (64%) and lower than the county average of 72%
Additional Data
Mean Travel Time to Work (Minutes)
21
This is lower than the average of 25 minutes for the county
Residents with a Bachelor's Degree or Higher
23%
This is lower than the average of 28% for AT communities and much lower than average for the county (47%)
Residents Who Work From Home
14%
This is above average among AT communities (11%) and lower than average for the county (19%)
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