Population1,225,035 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
A Regional Center With Shared Green Spaces
Allegheny County, PennsylvaniaPittsburgh anchors Allegheny County, while the county park system connects communities beyond the city center. North Park, South Park, Hartwood Acres and other public landscapes offer varied starting points for outdoor activity and a broader understanding of the county’s shared spaces. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated 1,225,035 residents in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, on July 1, 2025. The county has approximately 730 square miles of land, according to the 2020 Census Gazetteer.
Allegheny County at a Glance
Population1,225,035 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
County SeatPittsburgh
Largest Municipality (2025 estimate)Pittsburgh city
Established1788 (organized; NACo County Explorer)
ZIP Code LookupUSPS address lookup
Total Area, Including Water744.257 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography)
Roads & Traffic511PA travel updates
Telephone Area CodesPUC area-code map
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Allegheny County
Allegheny County was created in 1788 from parts of Westmoreland and Washington counties. Pittsburgh became its seat, but the county's public landscape reaches beyond that civic center. Its park system includes places with distinct identities, from Hartwood Acres to Round Hill and Harrison Hills, providing a community network across the wider county. The creation date explains the jurisdiction's beginnings, while the parks show how public life is distributed across it. Their separate settings make them useful introductions to communities beyond Pittsburgh's principal visitor areas.
Choose a particular county park according to the activity you want, rather than assuming all parks offer the same facilities. A visit centered on Pittsburgh can be paired with one of these wider public landscapes to show another side of county life. Consult the selected park's own map before deciding on a trail, picnic or cultural stop. A single well-chosen destination can provide more local context than attempting several parks in one day.
What Shapes Us
Local Character
North Park, South Park, Hartwood Acres and other public landscapes offer varied starting points for outdoor activity and a broader understanding of the county's shared spaces.
Community History
Allegheny County was created in 1788 from parts of Westmoreland and Washington counties. Pittsburgh became its seat, but the county's public landscape reaches beyond that civic center.
Explore Locally
Choose a particular county park according to the activity you want, rather than assuming all parks offer the same facilities.
Discover the shared places beyond the regional city center.
A Closer Look
Allegheny County
Places and perspectives from Allegheny County
Allegheny County Wire
Allegheny County & Pennsylvania News
Includes Pennsylvania statewide reporting; stories may cover other counties.Photo CreditsPublicSource — Pittsburgh News
Voting rights, Flock cameras, phone bans on students’ minds ahead of midterms
Braddock Hills resident Claira Matta emphasized on the importance of voting, saying, “You can’t sit and complain and…
Read the Story Oct 16, 2026 • 2 min read
Around Allegheny County
Stories from every corner of Allegheny County.
Voting rights, Flock cameras, phone bans on students’ minds ahead of midterms
Braddock Hills resident Claira Matta emphasized on the importance of voting, saying, “You can’t sit and complain and…
Oct 16, 2026 • 2 min read
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My twins were recently playing with some new kids from school. My husband overheard them saying “no” repeatedly,…
Oct 16, 2026 • 2 min read
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Because the intervention being studied is a medicine rather than a program, the researchers hope it will be…
Oct 15, 2026 • 2 min read
Homeschool program challenges cease-and-desist order as hybrid options grow around Pittsburgh
Hybrid homeschooling options touting a blend of flexibility and structure have gained ground locally since the pandemic. But…
Oct 15, 2026 • 2 min read
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Backed by the federal government and bipartisan leadership, Pennsylvania’s hydrogen projects were supposed to create jobs and slash…
Oct 14, 2026 • 2 min read
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County Resources
Find the Right Local Connection
Start with the organization responsible for the service you need. Follow its official link for current requirements, office locations and availability.
Government Resources
Allegheny County Government
County leadership, offices and department directory.
Allegheny County Elections
Voter registration, ballots, polling places and election information.
County Administrative Services
Property assessments, records and administrative functions.
Allegheny County Services
County services, parks, records and assistance.
Pennsylvania Government
State agencies, benefits, licensing and public services.
Schools
Public school contacts
Selected local schools from the NCES 2024-2025 directory. Contact the school or district to confirm enrollment, attendance boundaries and current services; this is not a complete school list.
Acmetonia El Sch – Elementary; grades PK-06. 300 Pearl Street, Cheswick, PA 15024. 724-274-6500.
Avonworth El Sch – Elementary; grades 03-05. 1320 Roosevelt Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. 412-366-7170.
McAnnulty El Sch – Elementary; grades PK-KG. 5151 McAnnulty Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. 412-714-2020.
Benjamin Franklin El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-04. 5400 Florida Ave, Bethel Park, PA 15102. 412-854-8741.
Elroy Avenue El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-05. 3129 Elroy Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15227. 412-881-4484.
Carnegie El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-06. 301 Franklin Ave, Carnegie, PA 15106. 412-429-2500.
Catalyst Academy CS – Elementary; grades KG-05. 7061 Lemington Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15206. 412-684-2400.
Hospitals
Local hospital contacts
Facility contacts from the CMS Hospital General Information directory, updated July 22, 2026. Contact the facility directly to confirm current services and appointment arrangements.
Jefferson Hospital – Acute Care Hospitals. 565 Coal Valley Road, Jefferson Hills, PA 15025. 412-469-5000.
Upmc Mckeesport Hospital – Acute Care Hospitals. 1500 Fifth Avenue, Mc Keesport, PA 15132. 412-664-2000.
Forbes Hospital – Acute Care Hospitals. 2570 Haymaker Road, Monroeville, PA 15146. 412-858-2000.
Upmc East – Acute Care Hospitals. 2775 Mosside Boulevard, Monroeville, PA 15146. 412-357-3000.
Allegheny Valley Hospital – Acute Care Hospitals. 1301 Carlisle St, Natrona, PA 15065. 412-224-5100.
Allegheny General Hospital – Acute Care Hospitals. 320 East North Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. 412-359-3131.
Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System – Acute Care Hospitals. 300 Halket Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. 412-641-4010.
Public Safety
Allegheny County Police
County law enforcement and emergency services information.
Pittsburgh Bureau of Police
City police services and public safety updates.
Pennsylvania State Police
State police services and public safety alerts.
Allegheny County Sheriff's Office
Sheriff services and civil process information.
Pennsylvania Megan's Law Registry
Official Pennsylvania sex offender registry.
Emergency Services
Allegheny County Emergency Services
County emergency preparedness and response information.
ReadyPA
Emergency preparedness tips and state-level guidance.
Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency
State emergency management and disaster readiness.
National Weather Service Pittsburgh
Weather warnings, forecast discussions and local alerts.
PA 211 Southwest
Local human services and crisis-related resource referrals; dial 211.
State Parks
Point State Park
State park at the three-river confluence in Pittsburgh.
Allegheny Islands State Park
Undeveloped river islands accessible by boat.
Point State Park Hiking
Riverfront walks and trail connections.
Pennsylvania State Parks
Official statewide park directory for planning nearby trips.
Allegheny County Parks
County-run regional parks; these are not state parks.
Trails
Three Rivers Heritage Trail
Urban riverfront trail network and maps.
Great Allegheny Passage
Long-distance rail-trail with a Pittsburgh endpoint.
Montour Trail
Multiuse trail around the Pittsburgh metro area.
Rachel Carson Trails Conservancy
Trails and hiking events in the region.
Allegheny County Parks
Park trail networks and recreation information.
Utilities
Duquesne Light Company
Electric service, outage reporting and customer support.
Peoples Natural Gas
Natural gas utility information for service areas.
Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania
Gas service and safety information where available.
Pittsburgh Water
Water, sewer and billing for its Pittsburgh service area.
Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission
Utility consumer rights, complaints and provider information.
Libraries
Local library contacts
Locations and public phone numbers are from the IMLS FY2024 Public Libraries Survey. Call the branch to confirm current hours and services before visiting.
Hampton Community Library – 3101 Mccully Road, Allison Park, PA 15101. 412-684-1098.
Avalon Public Library – 317 South Home Ave., Avalon, PA 15202. 412-761-2288.
Andrew Bayne Mem Library – 34 North Balph Ave, Bellevue, PA 15202. 412-766-7447.
Bethel Park Public Library – 5100 West Library Ave, Bethel Park, PA 15102. 412-835-2207.
Braddock Carnegie Library Association – 419 Library Street, Braddock, PA 15104. 412-351-5356.
Bridgeville Public Library – 505 Mcmillen St, Bridgeville, PA 15017. 412-221-3737.
Andrew Carnegie Free Library – 300 Beechwood Ave, Carnegie, PA 15106. 412-276-3456.
Courts
Fifth Judicial District of Pennsylvania
Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas.
Pennsylvania Unified Judicial System
Court rules, records access and judiciary information.
Allegheny County Government
Find court-related county offices and services.
Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network
Find civil legal aid resources and providers.
Allegheny County Bar Association
Local bar association and legal information.
DMV
Pennsylvania — Find a Location
Pennsylvania — Title and Registration
Pennsylvania — Licenses & Photo IDs
Transportation
Pittsburgh Regional Transit
Bus, light rail, fares, routes and schedules.
Pittsburgh International Airport
Flights, airport information and ground transportation.
PennDOT
State highway travel and maintenance information.
Amtrak
Passenger rail schedules and station information.
ACCESS Transportation
Shared-ride transportation for eligible area residents.
Postal Services
USPS location finder — Search by street address, city or ZIP Code for nearby post offices, collection boxes and available services.
USPS ZIP Code lookup — Find the mailing ZIP Code for a specific street address.
USPS Hold Mail — Arrange a temporary mail hold and review identity-verification requirements.
USPS change of address and forwarding — Review forwarding options and submit an address-change request through USPS.
USPS package pickup — Check pickup availability for your address and schedule eligible shipments.
Veterans
National services available to local residents
VA accredited representatives — Find help with VA claims and benefit applications.
VA health care applications — Review application options and supporting information.
VA disability claims — Find the official steps for submitting a disability claim.
GI Bill and education benefits — Review how to apply for VA education benefits.
Veteran career and employment support — Explore VA employment, training and career assistance.
Employment
National services available to local residents
USAJOBS federal employment — Search federal openings by location and occupation.
Apprenticeship Finder — Search apprenticeship opportunities by location and occupation.
My Next Move career exploration — Explore occupations, industries and career interests.
Government job-training resources — Find routes to state training programs and support for different job seekers.
Unemployment benefit guidance — Find your state program and its application and eligibility information.
Plan Your Allegheny County Visit
Find places to go, compare activities and make the most of your time here.
Local Questions
Allegheny County: Places, Plans & Practical Answers
Start with these 11 answers, then find 5 more planning questions below the discovery lists.
The Children's Museum is a ticketed, hands-on indoor destination in Pittsburgh. North Park and South Park offer a more flexible outdoor day. Choose the museum for planned exhibit time or a park for walking and a picnic; individual park facilities can have fees.
Children's Museum of Pittsburgh: Explore hands-on exhibits and creative play on Pittsburgh's North Side; admission is required. Kamin Science Center: Plan an interactive science outing near the North Shore; check admission and special-experience tickets.
North Park: Walk around the county park or plan a picnic; rentals and individual facilities can charge separately. Point State Park: Walk Pittsburgh's river confluence and park grounds; museum visits are separate from the outdoor park experience.
North Park: Walk around the county park or plan a picnic; rentals and individual facilities can charge separately. Point State Park: Walk Pittsburgh's river confluence and park grounds; museum visits are separate from the outdoor park experience. Free access does not include purchases, rentals or separately ticketed activities.
DiAnoia's Eatery: Choose an Italian meal in the Strip District. Pamela's Diner: Plan breakfast or lunch and select the Pittsburgh-area location that fits your route.
love, Pittsburgh: Browse locally associated gifts and products made by regional artists. Wildcard: Look for cards, gifts and creative goods in Lawrenceville.
No. 14 Boutique: Browse women's clothing and accessories in Lawrenceville. Kiya Tomlin: Explore locally designed apparel and check current shopping arrangements.
North Park, South Park, Hartwood Acres and other public landscapes offer varied starting points for outdoor activity and a broader understanding of the county's shared spaces. Use the local museums and historic sites above to explore that story in more detail.
Hampton Community Library – 3101 Mccully Road, Allison Park, PA 15101. 412-684-1098. Avalon Public Library – 317 South Home Ave., Avalon, PA 15202. 412-761-2288. These contacts come from the supplied local-library directory; call for current opening hours, children’s programs and visitor services.
Acmetonia El Sch – Elementary; grades PK-06. 300 Pearl Street, Cheswick, PA 15024. 724-274-6500. Avonworth El Sch – Elementary; grades 03-05. 1320 Roosevelt Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. 412-366-7170. These are selected contacts from the supplied school directory. Contact the school or district to confirm attendance boundaries and enrollment; a nearby school is not necessarily the assigned school.
Pittsburgh is the county seat recorded in the supplied Allegheny County information. Use the Government tab in local resources to locate the department you need; offices may have different addresses and appointment arrangements.
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My Local Guide
Find Something Fun
Make Time for a Local DiscoveryExplore places to eat, shop and spend time in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. Follow each link for current visiting details.
Kids’ Fun
- Children's Museum of Pittsburgh — Explore hands-on exhibits and creative play on Pittsburgh's North Side; admission is required.
- Kamin Science Center — Plan an interactive science outing near the North Shore; check admission and special-experience tickets.
- National Aviary — See bird exhibits on Pittsburgh's North Side; admission and special encounters are separate choices.
Restaurants
- DiAnoia's Eatery — Choose an Italian meal in the Strip District.
- Pamela's Diner — Plan breakfast or lunch and select the Pittsburgh-area location that fits your route.
- Primanti Bros. — Try a Pittsburgh-style sandwich; choose the specific location before traveling.
Shopping & Retail
- love, Pittsburgh — Browse locally associated gifts and products made by regional artists.
- Wildcard — Look for cards, gifts and creative goods in Lawrenceville.
Clothing & Boutiques
- No. 14 Boutique — Browse women's clothing and accessories in Lawrenceville.
- Kiya Tomlin — Explore locally designed apparel and check current shopping arrangements.
Outdoor Fun
- North Park — Walk around the county park or plan a picnic; rentals and individual facilities can charge separately.
- Point State Park — Walk Pittsburgh's river confluence and park grounds; museum visits are separate from the outdoor park experience.
Free Things to Do
- North Park — Walk around the county park or plan a picnic; rentals and individual facilities can charge separately.
- Point State Park — Walk Pittsburgh's river confluence and park grounds; museum visits are separate from the outdoor park experience.
- Hartwood Acres Park — Explore public park grounds and trails; mansion tours and special events have separate arrangements.
Businesses in This County Guide
More Allegheny County Questions
How could I build a short Allegheny County outing from these places?
One possible plan is Children's Museum of Pittsburgh, a meal at DiAnoia's Eatery, and a browse at love, Pittsburgh. These are separate stops; map their addresses and check opening times before deciding whether all three fit your day.
How can I keep a Allegheny County day trip inexpensive?
Start with North Park and Point State Park and bring a picnic where permitted. Budget separately for museum or amusement tickets, restaurant meals, parking where charged, rentals and purchases. Check the linked destination’s current fees instead of assuming every activity on its grounds is free.
Where should I check the forecast before visiting North Park?
Use the county weather section above for the forecast. For North Park, also open the destination’s notices for trail, road or facility closures. A county forecast does not confirm that an individual trail or activity is operating.
What should I confirm before making a special trip to No. 14 Boutique?
Use No. 14 Boutique to confirm the physical-store address, current opening days and whether the item or fitting you need is available. Some shops list online stock, multiple locations or appointment services, so contact the store about a specific visit.
Where can I find the businesses featured in this Allegheny County guide?
The “Businesses in This County Guide” section links to Steel City Property Restoration, Supreme Cleaner's. Open a business page for its contact details. A business featured in this guide may serve the county from another location; confirm its address and service area directly.
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