Cost of living in Pittsburg

In Pittsburg, United States, a family of four typically needs around $4578 per month including rent. A single person may spend about $1899 monthly.

How expensive is Pittsburg compared to other cities?

Pittsburg is 33% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.

How does Pittsburg compare to your city?

Pittsburg is 48% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Pittsburg is, on average, 56% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Pittsburg?

Who is Pittsburg a good fit for?

Pittsburg is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.

FAQ

Why is Pittsburg so expensive?

The primary driver of Pittsburg's high cost of living is rent and utilities, which significantly impact monthly expenses.

Is food expensive in Pittsburg?

Food costs in Pittsburg are 18% higher compared to the European benchmark, contributing to the overall expense.

Is public transport affordable in Pittsburg?

Public transport in Pittsburg is 33% lower than the European benchmark, making it a more economical option for residents.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1899 $
Without Rent
750 $
Rent & Utilities
1149 $
Food
561 $
Transport
50 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
4482 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
20.6K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 15.5 $
Dinner 64.4 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 9.9 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 5.08 $
Capuccino 4.6 $
Coke, 330ml 2.37 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 0.93 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 3.42 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.73 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.26 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 11.2 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 10.9 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 14.5 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.86 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.61 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.48 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.62 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.4 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.77 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.4 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.38 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 13.7 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 1.79 $
Cigarette pack 8.59 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 1.98 $
Monthly Pass 48.3 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.84 $
Taxi, 8 km 16.8 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 90.2 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 8.67 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 3.88 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 3.81 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.68 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 128 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 198 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 57.6 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 956 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,709 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 993 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 2,299 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 2,019 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 1,892 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 4,482 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.47%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 62 $
Cinema, 1 seat 13.6 $
Haircut 13.3 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 88.8 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 47.3 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 898 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 22,668 $

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Pittsburg vs George Town (George Town is 92% more expensive)
Bahamas
Pittsburg vs Nassau (Nassau is 45% more expensive) Pittsburg vs Freeport (Freeport is 16% more expensive)
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Pittsburg vs Port Vila (Port Vila is 24% more expensive) Pittsburg vs Luganville (Luganville is 61% more expensive)
United States
Pittsburg vs New York City (New York City is 113% more expensive) Pittsburg vs Los Angeles (Los Angeles is 68% more expensive) Pittsburg vs Chicago (Chicago is 40% more expensive) Pittsburg vs Houston (Houston is 18% more expensive) Pittsburg vs Phoenix (Phoenix is 25% more expensive) Pittsburg vs Philadelphia (Philadelphia is 34% more expensive) Pittsburg vs San Antonio (San Antonio is 16% more expensive) Pittsburg vs San Diego (San Diego is 76% more expensive) Pittsburg vs Dallas (Dallas is 34% more expensive) Pittsburg vs San Jose (San Jose is 93% more expensive)
Canada
Pittsburg vs Toronto (Toronto is 36% more expensive) Pittsburg vs Montreal (Montreal is 3% more expensive) Pittsburg vs Calgary (Calgary is 13% more expensive) Pittsburg vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 18% more expensive) Pittsburg vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 6% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 8% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 30% more expensive) Pittsburg vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 40% more expensive) Pittsburg vs Brampton (Brampton is 12% more expensive) Pittsburg vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 13% more expensive)
Barbados
Pittsburg vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 28% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Holetown (Holetown is 27% less expensive)
Panama
Pittsburg vs Panama City (Panama City is 27% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Colon (Colon is 38% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 35% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 44% less expensive) Pittsburg vs David (David is 56% less expensive) Pittsburg vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 50% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Balboa (Balboa is 34% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Pacora (Pacora is 34% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Chitre (Chitre is 43% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Penonome (Penonome is 42% less expensive)
Saint Kitts And Nevis
Pittsburg vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 35% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Cayon (Cayon is 35% less expensive)
Cuba
Pittsburg vs Havana (Havana is 46% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 25% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Holguin (Holguin is 33% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 20% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 45% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 39% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 18% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 18% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 42% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 54% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Pittsburg vs San Jose (San Jose is 35% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Limon (Limon is 37% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Liberia (Liberia is 53% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 35% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 33% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Cartago (Cartago is 49% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Heredia (Heredia is 34% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 11% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 31% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Pittsburg vs Castries (Castries is 39% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 37% less expensive)
Jamaica
Pittsburg vs Kingston (Kingston is 30% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 59% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 46% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 39% less expensive) Pittsburg vs May Pen (May Pen is 57% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 48% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 55% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Linstead (Linstead is 45% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 41% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 40% less expensive)
El Salvador
Pittsburg vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 37% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 63% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 38% less expensive) Pittsburg vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 43% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 39% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Apopa (Apopa is 40% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 37% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 23% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 43% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 54% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Pittsburg vs St. John's (St. John's is 43% less expensive) Pittsburg vs All Saints (All Saints is 43% less expensive)
Grenada
Pittsburg vs St. George's (St. George's is 44% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Grenville (Grenville is 44% less expensive)
Dominica
Pittsburg vs Roseau (Roseau is 47% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 40% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Pittsburg vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 48% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 47% less expensive)
Belize
Pittsburg vs Belize City (Belize City is 54% less expensive) Pittsburg vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 43% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 62% less expensive) Pittsburg vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 30% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 17% less expensive)
Guatemala
Pittsburg vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 47% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Mixco (Mixco is 66% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Coban (Coban is 52% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 59% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 52% less expensive) Pittsburg vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 53% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 54% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 54% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Flores (Flores is 55% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 58% less expensive)
Honduras
Pittsburg vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 56% less expensive) Pittsburg vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 45% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Choloma (Choloma is 68% less expensive) Pittsburg vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 66% less expensive) Pittsburg vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 54% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 54% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 62% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 62% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Yoro (Yoro is 61% less expensive) Pittsburg vs La Lima (La Lima is 54% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Pittsburg vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 58% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 45% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 60% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Higuey (Higuey is 60% less expensive) Pittsburg vs La Vega (La Vega is 70% less expensive) Pittsburg vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 56% less expensive) Pittsburg vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 62% less expensive) Pittsburg vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 72% less expensive) Pittsburg vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 67% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Bonao (Bonao is 71% less expensive)
Nicaragua
Pittsburg vs Managua (Managua is 59% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Leon (Leon is 66% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Masaya (Masaya is 63% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 71% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 66% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Esteli (Esteli is 69% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Granada (Granada is 63% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 76% less expensive) Pittsburg vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 65% less expensive) Pittsburg vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 53% less expensive)