Quick answer
Overall prices in the Washington, DC metro were 108.9 vs 94.7 in Pittsburgh, PA in 2024 (US = 100), so Washington is 15.0% more expensive than Pittsburgh; housing rents differ by 110% (151.1 vs 72.0). A $75,000 income in Washington buys about what $65,210 buys in Pittsburgh, per BEA.
Data as of 2024. Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024
| Price index (US = 100) | Washington | Pittsburgh | Washington vs Pittsburgh |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items | 108.9 | 94.7 | +15.0% |
| Goods | 104.8 | 100.7 | +4.1% |
| Housing (rents) | 151.1 | 72.0 | +109.9% |
| Utilities | 106.7 | 107.7 | -0.9% |
| Other services | 102.3 | 97.7 | +4.7% |
| All items, 2008 | 114.8 | 92.4 | +24.2% |
| $50,000 in Washington equals in Pittsburgh | $43,473 | ||
| $100,000 in Washington equals in Pittsburgh | $86,947 | ||
| $150,000 in Washington equals in Pittsburgh | $130,420 |
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Last updated 2026-10-16. Data only, not financial or tax advice.