Borough of Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania

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Information on Wilkinsburg, Allegheny County

The Borough of Wilkinsburg is located in the state of Pennsylvania, in Allegheny County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below.
For all your administrative procedures, you can go to the Borough hall of Wilkinsburg at the address and schedules indicated on this page or contact the Town hall government by phone or by email depending on your preference or on the service's availability.

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Wilkinsburg Borough HALL, Allegheny County

Wilkinsburg Borough Hall's addressWilkinsburg Wilkinsburg Municipal Building
605 ROSS AVENUE
WILKINSBURG PA 15221
United States
Phone number of Wilkinsburg Borough HallNot available
Wilkinsburg, PA emailNot available
Wilkinsburg official websitetrfn.clpgh.org/wlkbrg
Mayor of Wilkinsburg
Allegheny County, Pennsylvania: Vital Records Wilkinsburg vital records
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Common questions about Wilkinsburg

What county is Wilkinsburg PA in?

Wilkinsburg, PA is located in Allegheny County

Where is Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania ?

Wilkinsburg lies in Allegheny County, within the United States. It is situated in the southwestern part of Pennsylvania, near the city of Pittsburgh. The municipality is located just east of Pittsburgh, making it part of the larger Pittsburgh metropolitan area.

What is the cost of living in Wilkinsburg PA ?

The cost of living in Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania (Allegheny County) is quite affordable. Housing costs average around $950 per month for rentals. Transportation expenses are about 10% lower than the national average, while grocery prices are similar to the overall U.S. market. This makes Wilkinsburg an economical option for residents.

Wilkinsburg administrative division

Wilkinsburg building department, PA

If you're planning a construction or renovation project in Wilkinsburg, PA, obtaining the necessary permits is a crucial initial step. The borough requires permits for various types of building activities to ensure compliance with local regulations and safety standards. To request a permit, you need to visit the Wilkinsburg Borough Building and Zoning Office, located at the municipal building. It's advisable to contact the office directly to inquire about the associated fees, specific documentation requirements, and anticipated processing times, ensuring that you have all the necessary information to smoothly navigate the approval process.
If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Wilkinsburg's town hall or Allegheny County authorities directly.

Demography of Wilkinsburg

Name of Wilkinsburg inhabitants (demonym)Not available
DateCurrent valueClassed by Region/Country
Population19 196 inhabitants30 / 1 770
Population density in Wilkinsburg8 527,9 pop/sq mi (3 292,6 pop/km²)

Wilkinsburg Borough (PA) statistics

Wilkinsburg PA Median household income$36,691
Wilkinsburg PA Poverty rate32.9%
Wilkinsburg PA Unemployment rate6.2%
Wilkinsburg PA Educational attainment85.8%

List of Passport Facilities in Wilkinsburg, PA

This Borough does not have a passport office, but we suggest the following facilities near Wilkinsburg, PA
Name Street Phone number
HOMESTEAD POST OFFICE601 E. 8TH AVENUE4124610452
VERONA POST OFFICE620 ALLEGHENY RIVER BLVD4128284709
CASTLE SHANNON - MT LEBANON POST OFFICE370 CASTLE SHANNON BLVD4125612238
LIBERTY CENTER STATION1001 LIBERTY AVE STE R204122311536
BLAWNOX POST OFFICE1310 OLD FREEPORT ROAD4129631330
MCKNIGHT BRANCH POST OFFICE4981 MCKNIGHT RD.4123647903
PLEASANT HILLS- WEST MIFFLIN - POST OFFICE500 REGIS AVE4126553836
GREENTREE BRANCH POST OFFICE770 TRUMBULL DR.8882902103
ALLEGHENY COUNTY DEPT OF COURT RECORDSCITY COUNTY BUILDING4123506071
PENN HILLS BRANCH POST OFFICE11650 PENN HILLS DRIVE4127315987
MONROEVILLE POST OFFICE2630 MONROEVILLE BLVD4123730691
MC KEESPORT POST OFFICE850 WALNUT ST4126726844
WHITEHALL POST OFFICE1105 SCHADT AVENUE6102645514
MC KEES ROCKS POST OFFICE807 CHARTIERS AVE4123311234
NEW KENSINGTON MAIN POST OFFICE501 11TH STREET7243359865

Top 3 most popular banks in Wilkinsburg

There are 3 bank branches in Wilkinsburg.
PNC Bank, National Association is the most popular bank in Wilkinsburg with 1 branch offices, followed by First National Bank of Pennsylvania with 1 branch offices and then Citizens Bank, National Association with 1 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Wilkinsburg:

Bank's name Number of branch offices Service Type
PNC Bank, National Association1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
First National Bank of Pennsylvania1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Citizens Bank, National Association1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office

Wilkinsburg administrative numbers

Wilkinsburg Borough code4285188
Wilkinsburg Borough postcode15221 (2 other communities with the same postcode)

Toponymy and translation of Wilkinsburg

Transportation modes in Wilkinsburg

Airport
Allegheny County Airport 6.9 miles
Pittsburgh International Airport 19.2 miles
Butler County Airport 23.4 miles

Wilkinsburg territory

Wilkinsburg area2,25 sq mi (5,83 km²)
Wilkinsburg altitude981 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinatesLatitude: 40.4442
Longitude: -79.8733
Latitude: 40° 26' 39'' North
Longitude: 79° 52' 24'' West
Time zone
UTC -5:00 (America/New_York)
Summer time : UTC -4:00
Winter time : UTC -5:00
Local time
Cities twinned with Wilkinsburg
Sierra Leone Makeni
Natural parksWilkinsburg isn't part of a natural park

What is Wilkinsburg close to?

Nearby cities include: Edgewood, Forest Hills, Churchill and Swissvale
AspinwallBlawnoxBlawnox
EdgewoodNeighbouring townsForest Hills
EdgewoodEdgewoodForest Hills
Edgewood 1.1 milesForest Hills 1.7 milesChurchill 1.7 miles
Swissvale 1.8 milesBraddock Hills 2.1 milesRankin 2.2 miles
Braddock 3 milesChalfant 3 milesWhitaker 3 miles
North Braddock 3 milesHomestead 3.2 milesBlawnox 3.4 miles
Turtle Creek 3.7 milesAspinwall 3.7 milesEast Pittsburgh 3.8 miles
Munhall 3.8 milesWest Homestead 4 milesSharpsburg 4.3 miles
Verona 4.6 milesWilmerding 4.8 milesDuquesne 5 miles

Distance between Wilkinsburg and other main cities and towns

Los Angeles : 2151 milesHouston : 1144 milesPhiladelphia : 252 miles
Phoenix : 1831 milesSan Antonio : 1298 milesSan Diego : 2118 miles
Dallas : 1074 milesSan Jose : 2249 milesJacksonville : 706 miles
Indianapolis : 335 milesSan Francisco : 2302 milesAustin : 1225 miles
Columbus : 167 miles closestFort Worth : 1103 milesCharlotte : 366 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Schools in Wilkinsburg, PA

Elementary schools in Wilkinsburg

Kelly Elementary School

District of Wilkinsburg Borough School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6
Students : 301

Turner Elementary School

District of Wilkinsburg Borough School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6
Students : 223

Private schools in Wilkinsburg

Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 230

Trinity Christian School

Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 12
Students : 275

Leisure and activities in Wilkinsburg surrounding area

Zoo
Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium
to Pittsburgh 3.8 miles
Golf course
Grand View Golf Club
to Braddock 3 miles		Green Oaks Country Club
to Verona 3.2 miles
3 Lakes Golf Course
to Pittsburgh 4.5 miles		Westwood Golf Club
to West Mifflin 4.6 miles
Maple Crest Golf Course
to Monroeville 5.4 miles		Oakmont East Golf Course
to Oakmont 5.7 miles
Oakmont Country Club
to Oakmont 6 miles		Murrysville Golf Club
to Murrysville 10 miles
Rolling Fields Golf Club
to Murrysville 10.2 miles		South Park Golf Course
to Pittsburgh 10.4 miles