Geography
McCandless is distinguishable by its small hills, woody areas, and four creeks.
Cultural Attractions
Just south of McCandless is Pittsburgh, with a thriving downtown cultural district, the yearly Three Rivers Art Festival, and several major theaters.
Recreation
North Park, with more than 3,000 acres in McCandless, Hampton, and Pine townships, has a golf course, 75-acre lake with boat rental, a pool, tennis courts, a horse showing area, and a number of trails.
Economy
Education, health, and social services, as well as professional administration jobs, are the most common in McCandless.
Fun Fact
McCandless is currently dealing with its own immigration problem--or rather, migration problem. The town is discouraging residents from feeding the Canada geese that are littering their soccer fields.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 27,778
- Population under 55:
- 70.8%
- Population over 55:
- 29.2%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Pittsburgh
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Average
- Temperature:
- 81°F July High, 15°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $63,501
- Median home price:
- $198,000
- Average property tax:
- $4,477
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 7.1%
- Low
- Cost of living:
- Low
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 10
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 25
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 0/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 34/3
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 62/3
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 103
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