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Moving to Coal Center, PA
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About Coal Center
Coal Center is a borough on the Monongahela River in Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States and part of the Pittsburgh metropolitan area since 1950. The population was 110 at the 2020 census.
Home prices in Coal Center
Home prices in Coal Center vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Coal Center
- Coal Center's main street / downtown commercial corridor.
- Municipal parks and community facilities.
Commuting from Coal Center
- Approximate drive to downtown Pittsburgh: ~35–45 min (distance-based estimate from map coordinates, ~26 miles straight-line; varies with traffic; computed September 24, 2026).
- Transit: Freedom Transit (Washington County) provides fixed-route bus service in the county, but coverage varies by town — most suburban commuters drive; check current schedules.
Schools in Coal Center
Public schools: California Area School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Coal Center FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Coal Center, PA?
Home prices in Coal Center vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Coal Center, PA?
Approximate drive to downtown Pittsburgh: ~35–45 min (distance-based estimate from map coordinates, ~26 miles straight-line; varies with traffic; computed September 24, 2026). - Which school district serves Coal Center, PA?
Coal Center is served by California Area School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.