McKeesport, PA Utility & Living Guide

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McKeesport, PA Utility & Living Guide

McKeesport offers affordable living with a rich industrial history along the Monongahela River.

Last updated: June 25, 2026
Total Utilities$305/mo
1BR Rent$1200/mo
Sales Tax7.5%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$320,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Duquesne Light
🔥 Gas

$50/mo

Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania
💧 Water

$45/mo

McKeesport Municipal Water Authority
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Waste Management
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead $305/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1200/mo
2 Bedrooms$1600/mo
3 Bedrooms$2100/mo
Median Home Price$320,000
Property Tax Rate1.2%
Avg Childcare/mo$1000

McKeesport’s housing market is stable with a mix of historic homes and newer developments. Prices remain below Pittsburgh metro averages, attracting first-time buyers.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

98

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$1000

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7.5%
Property Tax Rate1.2%
<p>State 6% + County 1% + City 0.5%</p>

Pennsylvania has a flat 3.07% state income tax; no local income taxes in McKeesport.

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
6/10
Safety Index

50

Higher = safer
School Rating

6.5/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$1000/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
-2% (declining)
Political Climate
Purple (mix of Democratic and Republican voters)
Business Momentum
Moderate: healthcare, education, and light manufacturing
Top Local Concerns
Infrastructure maintenance, job opportunities, public safety
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited bus routes; sidewalks uneven in older neighborhoods.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Renziehausen Park
  • 🎯
    McKeesport Little Theater
  • 🎯
    Carnegie Library of McKeesport

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Downtown and White Oak offer walkable amenities. West Mifflin has top-rated schools.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

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Residents must obtain permits for home renovations. Short-term rentals require registration.

McKeesport is seeing reinvestment in riverfront development. Rising utility costs mirror regional trends.

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📊 McKeesport — Census & Demographic Data

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

💰 Median Household Income
$32,042
👤 Median Age
43.1
🏠 Homeownership Rate
47.9%
🔑 Renter Rate
52.1%
📉 Poverty Rate
27.4%
💼 Unemployment Rate
8.2%
📡 Internet Access
74.3%
🎓 College Educated
13.9%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Winter heating (gas) peaks at ~$80/month; summer AC (electric) averages $150/month.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

15132: 24.5 mills property tax + 1% local services tax for workers.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

5/10: Decent park access but aging sidewalks and limited elevators in transit hubs.

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