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FHA, VA, Conventional & Jumbo · Purchase & Refi rates in Pittsburgh.
True all-in cost — P&I, taxes, insurance & utilities for homes in Pittsburgh.
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FEMA flood zones and flood insurance estimates for Pittsburgh.
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Mortgage rates for Pittsburgh are updated daily on Safe Rate using live investor pricing. Rates depend on your credit score, loan type (Conventional, FHA, VA, Jumbo), and down payment. A 30-year fixed rate is the most common product for home purchases.
View current rates for PittsburghThe median home value in Pittsburgh is $237k. The median monthly rent is $1,129. Annual property taxes average $3k. Home values are based on U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.
Home values in Pittsburgh have increased 12.4% over the past two years. This indicates a strong appreciation trend. This data is sourced from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index.
Based on a typical all-in ownership cost of $1,143/month (mortgage, taxes, insurance), you'd generally need a household income of approximately $49k/year to keep housing costs at or below 28% of gross income — a common lender guideline. The median household income in Pittsburgh is $84k/year.
Calculate your buying powerThe largest employment sectors in Pittsburgh are public administration (27%) and healthcare (12%) of the local workforce. Industry data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey.