Hey you Pennsylvanians!

I'm originally from Butler county and know the area a little. Cost of living isn't terrible, but the townships just North of the city tend to be more on the upscale side of things. Sewickly in particular. You would probably be best off looking for a place off of 279/79 from which to commute in from. I wouldn't go any farther North than Cranberry unless you REALLY like long drives on shitty roads in the winter. There are a fair number of gun nuts and hunters in the region. The political analyst were not far off when they coined the region Pennsyltucky. Weather wise expect winter from early Nov until as late as April and don't expect to see the Sun much during those months.

Too far west to be considered my neighborhood. Sorry.

Dude, come to Boston, I'll take care of ya and get you all set. You can even get a home cooked meal once a week and look at my wife's ample bosom!

I'm not from the Pit area, but I'm familiar with it. tip #1 The Valley is MUCHO expensive. tip #2 a short commute into Pitt can cost alot for parking, but save TONS on cost of living. Tip #3 crime is less there than it is in York, Philly, or Harrisburg. tip #4, never EVER EVER wear an Eagles shirt or jacket....if you do, ignore Tip #3 cause you'll be in the fight of your life. you should talk to Kzasu (aka Loco Savage) she's from that area.