The Most Affordable City in the US is Pittsburgh

Move over, Big Apple! Life in New York got you feeling down? Well, according to a recent study, the most affordable city in the country is just a short drive away from the bustling streets of the city that never sleeps. Enter Pittsburgh – a city with a median house price of $274,900 and a rich history that includes famous figures like Andy Warhol and Mister Rogers.

Pittsburgh may be more affordable than New York, but it’s not immune to housing affordability issues. Still, it offers a unique blend of blue-collar roots and artsy heritage that sets it apart from other cities in the US. Despite its affordability, Pittsburgh is facing challenges in job growth and inclusive economic development.

On the flip side, New York City ranked at number 77 on the list of affordability, still cheaper than other global cities like London and Toronto. The study also highlighted other US cities like San Jose, Los Angeles, and San Francisco as some of the least affordable places to live. Ultimately, the study raises concerns about the impact of high housing prices on young people, minorities, and immigrants across the country.

Vocabulary Insights

1. Affordable /??f??d?b(?)l/ (adjective): Inexpensive; reasonably priced.
2. Busting /?b?st??/ (verb): Move energetically or work hard.
3. Median /?mi?d??n/ (adjective): Relating to the middle value of an ordered set of values.
4. Blend /bl?nd/ (noun): A mixture of different things or qualities.
5. Heritage /?h?r?t?d?/ (noun): Valued objects and qualities such as historic buildings and cultural traditions that have been passed down from previous generations.
6. Immune /??mju?n/ (adjective): Resistant to a particular infection or toxin.
7. Inclusive /?n?klu?s?v/ (adjective): Including all the services or items normally expected or required.
8. Global /??l??b(?)l/ (adjective): Relating to the whole world; worldwide.