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Greensburg, PA Utility & Living Guide

Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.

Last updated: June 25, 2026
Total Utilities$335/mo
1BR Rent$950/mo
Sales Tax6%
COL Index95 (-5% below national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$225,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$125/mo

West Penn Power (FirstEnergy)
🔥 Gas

$60/mo

Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania
💧 Water

$50/mo

Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County
🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Waste Management
📶 Internet

$70/mo

Combined Average Overhead$335/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$950/mo
2 Bedrooms$1200/mo
3 Bedrooms$1500/mo
Median Home Price$225,000
Property Tax Rate1.8%
Avg Childcare/mo$900

The housing market in Greensburg is relatively affordable compared to national averages. Older homes dominate the market, but new developments are increasing.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

95

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

-5% below national average

Groceries

90

Transportation

85

Healthcare

95

Childcare/mo

$900

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax6%
Property Tax Rate1.8%
<p>State 6% + County 0% + City 0%</p>

Pennsylvania has a flat 3.07% state income tax rate.

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
7/10
Safety Index

65

Higher = safer
School Rating

6/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$900/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
-1% (declining)
Political Climate
Purple (mix of Republican and Democratic voters)
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in healthcare, education, and manufacturing
Top Local Concerns
Property taxes, infrastructure maintenance, economic development
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit options; most families rely on cars. Sidewalks are common in downtown areas.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
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    Lynch Field Park
  • 🎯
    Westmoreland Museum of American Art
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    Twin Lakes Park

Best Neighborhoods for Families

South Greensburg and Southwest Greensburg are popular for families due to their proximity to schools and parks. Downtown offers walkability but fewer family-sized homes.

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📊 Greensburg — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income
$49,529
👤 Median Age
38.3
🏠 Homeownership Rate
56.8%
🔑 Renter Rate
43.2%
📉 Poverty Rate
15.9%
💼 Unemployment Rate
7.4%
📡 Internet Access
83.6%
🎓 College Educated
33.8%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Winter heating costs can double gas bills, while summer AC use increases electric bills by 30%. Water usage remains steady year-round.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6/10: Sidewalks are decent in downtown but uneven in older neighborhoods. Parks are accessible but transit options are limited.

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