A high-tech center of about 2.5 million people, Pittsburgh offers the perfect balance of urban benefits, cultural opportunities, outdoor recreation and affordable living. Carnegie Mellon students also have free public transportation throughout the city as well as free shuttles in neighborhoods close to campus, so the city is easy to navigate.
- Affordable rents, strong job market, and excellent livability make .
- Pittsburgh was ranked the based on affordability, economy, education and health, quality of life, and safety.
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