Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh: The second most populous city in Pennsylvania and the center of the Pittsburgh metropolitan area.
About
Pittsburgh is a city located in the county of Allegheny in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 305,704 and a population density of 2,023 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 299,226 inhabitants.
The city was created 267 years ago in 1758.
Pittsburgh is a city located in western Pennsylvania at the intersection of 3 rivers: the Allegheny, Monongahela, and Ohio. With 300,000 residents, it is Pennsylvania's second largest city.
Once a steel manufacturing powerhouse, Pittsburgh has transitioned to an economy based on healthcare, tech, education and tourism. The city has a picturesque downtown with major sports teams.
Top Attractions and Activities
The Andy Warhol Museum
This museum celebrates Pittsburgh native and famous pop artist Andy Warhol through interactive exhibits of his art, films, and archives.
Point State Park
Located where Pittsburgh's 3 rivers meet, this park has beautiful fountains, trails, and views. It hosts major events and festivals.
Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium
This zoo has fun interactive exhibits like the African Savanna. The aquarium houses penguins, sharks, sea otters and more.
Heinz Field
Watch the NFL's Pittsburgh Steelers play at this stadium along the riverfront. Public tours are available on non-game days.
Kayaking the Rivers
Take a scenic kayak tour along the Allegheny, Monongahela or Ohio Rivers for unique city views. Rentals and excursions are available.
Planning Your Visit
Spring and fall offer comfortable weather for exploring. Summers are humid, and winters cold and snowy.
Downtown has luxury hotels while budget options cluster around highways and transit hubs.
Pittsburgh's public transit includes light rail, buses, an incline and even funicular. Driving provides easy access throughout the metro.
Quick Facts about Pittsburgh
| Population | 299,226 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Allegheny County |
| Postal code | 15229, 15289, 15237, 15239, 15235, 15234, 15233, 15232, 15230, 15227, 15224, 15226, 15221, 15222, 15220, 15219, 15218, 15217, 15216, 15215, 15214, 15213, 15212, 15211, 15210, 15207, 15208, 15206, 15204, 15205, 15203, 15201, 15121, 15120, 15106 |
| Phone Area Codes | 412, 724, 878 |
| Area | 151.12 km2 |
| Official name | Pittsburgh |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.4406,-79.9959 |
| Named for | William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham |
| Altitude | 1,224 feet / 373 meters |
| Capital city | Pittsburgh is capital of Allegheny County |
| Establishment | November 27, 1758 (267 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 19:11:46 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 1,980 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.16% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 70℉ Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Pittsburgh is located at 40°26'26"N 79°59'45"W (40.4406200, -79.9958900).
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Weather
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Pittsburgh decreased by 2.16% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 305,704 | - | census |
| 2011 | 306,012 | 0.1% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 306,355 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 306,902 | 0.18% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 305,964 | -0.31% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 304,070 | -0.62% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 304,643 | 0.19% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 301,494 | -1.04% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 300,570 | -0.31% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 300,286 | -0.09% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 299,226 | -0.35% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Pittsburgh
1PNC Park
115 Federal St, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, United States View details
Phone: +14123212827 | Website available
2Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium
7370 Baker St, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, United States View details
Phone: +14126653640 | Website available
3Point State Park
601 Commonwealth Pl, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, United States View details
Phone: +14125652850 | Website available
4Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
1 Schenley Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, United States View details
Phone: +14126226914 | Website available
5Schenley Park
Pittsburgh, PA 15213, United States View details
Phone: +14126827275 | Website available
Where to Eat in Pittsburgh
1Rivers Casino
777 Casino Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, United States View details
Phone: +14122317777 | Website available
2Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar Market Square
2 Market Square, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, United States View details
Phone: +14122611599 | Website available
3Texas Roadhouse
3466 William Penn Hwy, Pittsburgh, PA 15235, United States View details
Phone: +14128244540 | Website available
4The Cheesecake Factory
415 S 27th St, Pittsburgh, PA 15203, United States View details
Phone: +14124317800 | Website available
5Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar Harmarville
6 Anchor Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15238, United States View details
Phone: +14128269680 | Website available
Where to Stay in Pittsburgh
1Omni William Penn Hotel
530 William Penn Pl, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, United States View details
Phone: +14122817100 | Website available
2Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
600 Commonwealth Pl, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, United States View details
Phone: +14123914600 | Website available
3The Westin Pittsburgh
1000 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, United States View details
Phone: +14122813700 | Website available
4Pittsburgh Marriott City Center
112 Washington Pl, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, United States View details
Phone: +14124714000 | Website available
5Motel 6 Pittsburgh, PA - Crafton
211 Beecham Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15205, United States View details
Phone: +14129229400 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Pittsburgh
1Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire | 34 Engine
3914 Perrysville Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15214, United States View details
Website available
2Allegheny County Parks Department
542 Forbes Ave Room 211, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, United States View details
Phone: +14123507275 | Website available
3Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire | 38 Engine
198 Essen St, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, United States View details
Website available
4Eastern Parks Maintenance
400 New Texas Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15239, United States View details
Phone: +14127959387
People born in Pittsburgh (200)
People born in Pittsburgh, including film producer David O. Selznick, dancer, actor, singer, director, producer and choreographer Gene Kelly, computer programmer and technologist Brendan Eich, .
More notable people
- Jamie Zawinski (American programmer) he was born in 03/11/1968
- William Powell (American actor) he was born in 29/07/1892
- Scott Glenn (American actor) he was born in 26/01/1941
- DeJuan Blair (American basketball player) he was born in 22/04/1989
- Jim Kelly (American football quarterback) he was born in 14/02/1960
- Zachary Quinto (American actor and film producer) he was born in 02/06/1977
- Burton Morris (American artist) he was born in 01/01/1964
- Robert J. Steinmiller Jr. (American actor) he was born in 29/07/1978
- Tom Savini (American actor, stuntman, director and makeup artist) he was born in 03/11/1946
- Dolores Costello (American actress (1903-1979)) she was born in 17/09/1903
- George S. Kaufman (American writer (1889-1961)) he was born in 16/11/1889
- Howard Fineman (American writer) he was born in 17/11/1948
- Don Beddoe (Film and television actor (1903-1991)) he was born in 01/07/1903
- Fred Gamble (American racing driver) he was born in 17/03/1932
- John Renshaw Carson (American telecommunications engineer) he was born in 28/06/1886
- Sidney Darlington (electrical engineer and inventor of a transistor configuration) he was born in 18/07/1906
- Jim Martin (American puppeteer) he was born in 01/01/2000
- Annie Dillard (American writer) she was born in 30/04/1945
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Pittsburgh, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 216782 | Pittsburgh Career Institute | Pittsburgh (PA) | 15219-1907 |
| 212106 | Duquesne University | Pittsburgh (PA) | 15282 |
| 213914 | Vet Tech Institute | Pittsburgh (PA) | 15222-3400 |
| 215442 | Point Park University | Pittsburgh (PA) | 15222-1984 |
| 431600 | UPMC Mercy School of Nursing | Pittsburgh (PA) | 15219-5166 |
Nearby Transit Stations (7)
Rail and bus stations connected to Pittsburgh, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PGH | Union Station | 1100 Liberty Avenue | RAIL |
| GNB | Greensburg | Harrison Ave. and Seton Hill Dr. | RAIL |
| LAB | Latrobe station | 329 McKinley Ave | RAIL |
| COV | Connellsville station | North Water Street and West Peach Street | RAIL |
| JST | Johnstown | 47 Walnut Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Pittsburgh.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Fourth Avenu Post Office | Pittsburgh (PA) | 15222 |
| Liberty Center Post Office | Pittsburgh (PA) | 15222 |
| Allegheny Post Office | Pittsburgh (PA) | 15212 |
| Gateway Center Post Office | Pittsburgh (PA) | 15222 |
| Grant Street Carrier Post Office | Pittsburgh (PA) | 15212 |
Other cities in Allegheny County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Allegheny County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Bethel Park | 32,118 | Home rule municipality of Pennsylvania |
| Mount Lebanon | 31,418 | Municipality in Pennsylvania |
| Monroeville | 28,176 | City in Alabama, United States |
| Plum | 26,993 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Moon | 25,204 | Township in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania |
| Unity | 21,600 | Township in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Upper Saint Clair | 19,896 | Home rule municipality in Allegheny County |
| West Mifflin | 19,588 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| McKeesport | 18,927 | City in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Wilkinsburg | 15,186 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Franklin Park | 14,883 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Cecil | 13,220 | Township in Washington County, Pennsylvania |
| Elizabeth | 11,494 | Borough in Pennsylvania, United States |
| Jefferson Hills | 11,136 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Munhall | 10,930 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Douglass | 10,582 | Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania |
Distance to Other Cities
Pittsburgh distances to largest Pennsylvania cities
- Philadelphia
- Allentown
- Erie
- Reading
- Upper Darby
- Scranton
- Bethlehem
- Bristol
- Haverford
- Harrisburg
- Altoona
- State College
- Hempfield
- Norristown
- Upland
- Bethel Park
- Mount Lebanon
- York
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