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Living in Wilkinsburg, PA

Wilkinsburg Area Facts

  • Wilkinsburg has a Livability Score of 77/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Wilkinsburg crime rates are 43% higher than the Pennsylvania average
  • Cost of living in Wilkinsburg is 9% lower than the Pennsylvania average
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"Wilkinsburg, PA: Very Cool Place" User Rating 5 rating By Anonymous ( May 16, 2018) I've been living here for 5 years and wouldn't want to be anywhere else. There are so many stores within walking distance, which comes in handy when it snows. Plus, this city is equipped with plenty of reliable public transportation. I find the rent to be rather low for this loca ...Read More tion! Even though it gets pretty chilly in the winter, the weather's relatively warm for the most part. Living in Wilkinsburg,PA is truly amazing, there's so much to see and do here.

With all of the businesses in the area hiring, there's always plenty of work available. Plus, it's also easy to find apartments for rent as well. Perfect for those wishing to spend a couple of months or who want to permanently relocate.

I find Point Breeze to be one of the best areas in Wilkinsburg,PA! It's just outside of the city and right around the corner from the Hammett Place Community Garden. I also love paying a visit to Biddle's Escape, a local coffee shop who serves up a mean cup of java. The Loft is my favorite restaurant to go for lunch or dinner, located on South Braddock Avenue, it's within walking distance from my home. Read Less
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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Wilkinsburg? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Graham Field
      Memorial Park
      Bright Park
      Whitney Park
      Dickson Park
      Koenig Field
      Baxter Playground
      Forbes & Braddock Playground

      Entertainment

      Benedum Center For the Performing Arts
      Pittsburgh Yarn Company
      The Space Upstairs
      The Frick Pittsburgh
      Clayton Mansion
      Car & Carraige Museum
      Frick Art and Historical Center
      Pittsburgh Center for the Arts

      Food & Drink

      KFC
      McDonald's
      Wendy's
      Foli's
      Subway
      Fine Wine & Good Spirits
      Edgewood Beer & Tobacco
      Fine Wine & Good Spirits

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Wilkinsburg? Of all people who commute, 22.4% take public transportation in Wilkinsburg.
      Drive to Work
      49%

      27% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      22%

      17% higher than the US average

      Walk to Work
      3%

      equal to the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Wilkinsburg a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Lifecare Hospital of Pittsburgh

      Pharmacies

      CVS Pharmacy

      Doctors