United States
Cost of Living in Pittsburgh, PA
Monthly Total
$3,129
$54,758
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,295
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$61
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,295
$22,663
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$296
$5,180
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$209
$3,658
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$240
$4,200
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$360
$6,300
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$321
$5,618
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$338
$5,915
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$69
$1,208
Monthly Total
$3,129
$54,758
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