How long is the commute from East Pittsburgh, PA?
Workers who live in East Pittsburgh, PA take an average of 23.5 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
62.9% of workers drive alone to work.
7.5% take public transportation.
3.7% of workers walk to work.
16.9% work from home.
35.6% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 23.5 minutes (±3.1)
- Public transportation
- 7.5%
- Work from home
- 16.9%
- Households without a car
- 35.6%
How people in East Pittsburgh get to work
| Means of transportation | East Pittsburgh | Allegheny County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 62.9% (±14.3 points) | 61.9% | 68.2% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 9.1% (±7.1 points) | 6.3% | 7.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 7.5% (±6.0 points) | 5.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 3.7% (±3.8 points) | 3.5% | 3.3% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.0% (±4.8 points) | 1.7% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 16.9% (±11.3 points) | 21.1% | 15.6% | 15.1% |
In East Pittsburgh, the average commute is not measurably different from Allegheny County (25.2 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Pennsylvania (26.3 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In East Pittsburgh, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Allegheny County (5.4%).
It is not measurably different from Pennsylvania (3.6%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (3.2%).
In Allegheny County, East Pittsburgh ranks 90 of 128 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 1845 of 2,548.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in East Pittsburgh
| Vehicles available | East Pittsburgh | Allegheny County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 35.6% (±11.7 points) | 11.9% | 10.4% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 32.3% (±9.6 points) | 40.5% | 35.1% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 18.9% (±9.7 points) | 35.0% | 35.9% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 13.3% (±11.2 points) | 12.6% | 18.6% | 21.9% |
In East Pittsburgh, the share of households without a vehicle is higher than in Allegheny County (11.9%).
It is also higher than in Pennsylvania (10.4%).
It is higher than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in East Pittsburgh
| East Pittsburgh | Allegheny County | Pennsylvania | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 16.9% (±11.3 points) | 21.1% (±0.4 points) | 15.6% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 97.1% (±3.1 points) | 94.0% (±0.2 points) | 93.8% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 81.6% (±10.4 points) | 90.8% (±0.3 points) | 89.7% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In East Pittsburgh, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Allegheny County (90.8%).
It is not measurably different from Pennsylvania (89.7%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near East Pittsburgh
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Pittsburgh | — | 23.5 minutes (±3.1) | — |
| North Braddock | 0.9 mi | 31.2 minutes (±5.3) | Higher |
| Chalfant | 0.9 mi | 22.9 minutes (±3.7) | Not measurably different |
| Turtle Creek | 1.2 mi | 29.5 minutes (±6.6) | Not measurably different |
| Wilmerding | 1.5 mi | 43.6 minutes (±11.8) | Higher |
| Braddock | 1.6 mi | 30.5 minutes (±8.9) | Not measurably different |
| Braddock Hills | 1.7 mi | 21.4 minutes (±2.4) | Not measurably different |
| Duquesne | 1.7 mi | 30.9 minutes (±5.1) | Higher |
| East McKeesport | 1.8 mi | 23.7 minutes (±3.3) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: North Braddock, PA (31.2 minutes), Wilmerding, PA (43.6 minutes), Duquesne, PA (30.9 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Allegheny County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 83 (tie) | Versailles | 23.8 minutes (±3.3) |
| 85 (tie) | Aspinwall | 23.7 minutes (±3.2) |
| 85 (tie) | East McKeesport | 23.7 minutes (±3.3) |
| 85 (tie) | Collier Township | 23.7 minutes (±1.8) |
| 88 | Ross Township (Allegheny County) | 23.6 minutes (±1.8) |
| 89 (tie) | Avalon | 23.5 minutes (±2.8) |
| 89 (tie) | East Pittsburgh | 23.5 minutes (±3.1) |
| 89 (tie) | Sewickley Heights | 23.5 minutes (±4.1) |
| 89 (tie) | Harrison Township (Allegheny County) | 23.5 minutes (±2.2) |
| 89 (tie) | Robinson Township (Allegheny County) | 23.5 minutes (±1.6) |
| 94 (tie) | Dravosburg | 23.3 minutes (±3.9) |
| 94 (tie) | Tarentum | 23.3 minutes (±4.2) |
| 96 (tie) | Scott Township (Allegheny County) | 23.1 minutes (±1.3) |
Showing 13 of 128 places in Allegheny County, ranked from highest to lowest.
Survey years: 2020–2024 (American Community Survey 5-year estimates).
Margins of error are at the 90% confidence level.
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Questions about East Pittsburgh
How long is the average commute in East Pittsburgh?
Workers who live in East Pittsburgh, PA take an average of 23.5 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in East Pittsburgh without a car?
35.6% of households in East Pittsburgh have no vehicle, and 7.5% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in East Pittsburgh?
16.9% (±11.3 points) of workers who live in East Pittsburgh worked from home, and 81.6% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — East Pittsburgh borough, Pennsylvania
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — East Pittsburgh borough, Pennsylvania
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — East Pittsburgh borough, Pennsylvania
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DP03_0018E, DP03_0018M, DP03_0025E, DP03_0025M, DP03_0019PE, DP03_0019PM, DP03_0020PE, DP03_0020PM, DP03_0021PE, DP03_0021PM, DP03_0022PE, DP03_0022PM, DP03_0023PE, DP03_0023PM, DP03_0024PE, DP03_0024PM, DP04_0058PE, DP04_0058PM, DP04_0059PE, DP04_0059PM, DP04_0060PE, DP04_0060PM, DP04_0061PE, DP04_0061PM, DP02_0153PE, DP02_0153PM, DP02_0154PE, DP02_0154PM
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