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Munhall, Pennsylvania

Introduction to Munhall, Pennsylvania

Munhall, Pennsylvania, in Allegheny county, is 6 miles SE of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The town, which is located in the Pittsburgh metropolitan area, has a population of 12,264.

Munhall History

Early settlers arrived in the late 18th century. John Munhall donated land for the construction of a railroad and the community was named in his honor. During the late 1800s, numerous industries experienced significant growth, and Munhall was officially incorporated in 1901.

Munhall and Nearby Attractions

  • Carnegie Museum of Natural History
  • Frick Art & Historical Center
  • Old Economy Historical Site
  • Point State Park
  • Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium
  • National Aviary

Things To Do In Munhall

Munhall is near several historic sites and museums including the Frick Art & Historical Center, Carnegie Museum of Natural History, West Overton Village, Old Economy Historical Site, Bushy Run Battlefield, Rachel Carson Homestead, and Clayton - Henry Clay Frick Estate. The Point State Park is a historic landmark that played an important role in the French and Indian War. The National Aviary is home to more than 600 endangered and exotic birds. The Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium is another popular destination in the area.

Munhall Transportation

The closest major airport is Pittsburgh International Airport.

Munhall Higher Education

Carnegie Mellon University, University of Pittsburgh, Carlow College, and Community College of Allegheny County are some of the colleges near Munhall.

High Points

Munhall strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Pennsylvania):

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Munhall Public Transportation Use
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%Munhall Affordability of Rents
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 16%Munhall Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%Munhall Low Property Crime

Comparative Profile of Munhall, PA

Comparing Munhall to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Pennsylvania (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens109
Age of the Population109
Female Share of the Population109
Well-Paid Single Women68
Well-Paid Single Men56
Racial Diversity38
Children Under 5 Years Old24
Male Share of the Population22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married33
Average Household Size23

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better45
People Above Poverty44
Median Family Income46
College Educated Adults35

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use910
Short Commute Times33
Working at Home23
Walking and Biking to Work12

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone108
Affordability of Rents98
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals76
Affordability of Property Taxes54
Housing Recently Built16
Seasonal and Vacation Housing12

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime98
Low Property Crime97
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