Data here are compiled from the U.S. Census of Governments. General-purpose local governments play an important role in our communities. They have broad mandates to assess taxes and to provide public services ranging from public safety to economic development. These governments primarily include counties and municipal level governments. In Pennsylvania, municipal level governments include cities,... More
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Municipalities – Pittsburgh Counties
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School Districts – Benchmark Regions
Data here are compiled from the U.S. Census of Governments. School districts in most states function as independent local governments with their own elected governance. Though limited in mandate, school districts make up a large part of local government across the nation, accounting for 32% of all local government expenditures. When adjusted for population, this... More