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West Pittsburg, PA

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Population
909
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
859 ft
Median Home Value
$106,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$797/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$44,510
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About West Pittsburg

West Pittsburg is a quiet community nestled along the Beaver River in Lawrence County, just five miles south of New Castle. Home to around 800 residents, it offers a peaceful, rural feel tucked into western Pennsylvania's river valley. Route 168 runs right through town, giving locals an easy route into New Castle for groceries, dining, and work, while Pittsburgh sits about an hour to the south.

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The area got its start as an industrial hub in the early 1900s, but today it is a calm, residential enclave surrounded by scenic wooded hills. Life here moves at a relaxed pace, with modest homes and easy access to both regional highways and the Ohio state line. It is a solid choice for anyone looking for quiet, affordable valley living with larger towns just a short drive away.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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