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Doing Business in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh is an iconic city and region where next is now. It is not just a place, but a community of innovators, builders and makers who are solving the world’s toughest problems. When it comes to doing business, our people are the difference makers.
A Top Ranking City for Doing Business
#1
Metro for College Graduates
(Trulia & LinkedIn)
#2
for Business Expansion in U.S. Northeast (Site Selection Magazine)
#3
Most Livable City in the U.S.
(The Economist)
The Best
Most Livable City in the U.S.
(The Economist)
Top 10
City Living in the Future
(CNN Tech)
2.6 million
Population
$139 billion
GDP
1.29 million
Labor force
Why Pittsburgh Now?
Shape the World.
Here you will work on solving the world’s toughest problems. Your creativity, passion and individuality matter. Make a real impact on the issues you care about.
Live With Purpose.
Enjoy your work and love your life outside of it in a safe and healthy environment. In Pittsburgh, you live uniquely and through experiences. No matter what you want to do with your life, you can do it here.
Be Iconic.
Authenticity is in our region’s DNA. Stay true to your unique identity and be embraced by a supportive and collaborative community investing in a future for all.
Build It Here.
Pittsburgh is a place where you can make your mark. It celebrates ingenuity and plays on a global stage. It is a place where you can make your mark and leave the world a better place if you build it here.
Fast-growing, deep-tech and research-driven companies are planting roots in Pittsburgh. Our doors are wide open to companies that want to be a part of what’s happening in the region.
- AI
- Cybersecurity
- Energy
- Manufacturing & Distribution
- Life Sciences
- Creative Industries
- Real Estate
- Education
- Robotics
Pittsburgh offers a deep talent and labor pool
11
Advanced industry sectors driving region’s talent growth
(Brookings)
5th
Top U.S. city for STEM professionals
(WalletHub, 2020)
21%
Increase in tech talent labor pool since 2013
(CBRE)
44K
Graduates from 88 academic institutions
234K
Students in Pittsburgh region + Penn State University & West Virginia University
5th largest
Share of college-educated millennials among top metros
Business Costs
When you look to build, build it in Pittsburgh.
Average office lease rate
Per square foot
Data reflects seven county Pittsburgh MSA. NYC is Manhattan
Market Access
Get access to distribution networks, people and locations from Pittsburgh via highways, waterways, airways and railways. Any ways you need to move, we have an answer.
Expansion Support
We’re here to help you. We’ll help connect you to the best resource for your needs.
We offer:
- The competitive case for the Pittsburgh region
- Site visit planning & execution
- Economic research & data
- Access to talent partnerships
- Development funding opportunities
Our partners offer access to:
- Real estate & sites
- Funding
- Talent
- Local business network
Properties & Spaces
Make your mark here in the region. Check out the highlights of our development opportunities.
Incentives
Regional Programs (Cities, Counties)
- New Markets Tax Credits
- Business Expansion Grants, Low Cost Financing and Loans
- Bond & Tax Incremental Financing
- Real Estate Tax Abatement Programs
- Talent & Workforce Investments
- Federal Opportunity Zones
Success from Pittsburgh
Affirm
After a nationwide search for a second HQ, the San Francisco-based Affirm chose Pittsburgh. Affirm committed to creating 500 jobs in Pittsburgh. Founder and CEO Max Levchin, who also co-founded PayPal, said Affirm chose Pittsburgh because “it was important for us to be able to grow our workforce for many years to come with superb talent.”
Krystal Biotech
The rapid gene therapy manufacturer is building a 100,000-SF facility near Pittsburgh International Airport to advance first-ever topically applied gene therapy treatment to help children living with a rare skin disease called dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa.
Want to Shape the World?