Absolutely incredible place to live! Outstanding culture, sports teams, cost of living, roadways, businesses, people, etc. If you want to move to a growing big city with everything, Pittsburgh is the place. Don't come expecting NY, but expect the best of everything in smaller doses. Don't be fooled by the hype of Charlotte, Raleigh, etc. - it's all media driven because Charlotte pays huge money to deceptively advertise / influence companies like Forbes to promote them. Throw in US Air trying to promote Charlotte, and you have a complete farce - it's a scam. I moved here from Charlotte, and TRUST ME, it's far superior in all ways. Pittsburgh is the best kept secret in the US! The weather is slightly better in Charlotte, but you give up SO MUCH living there as opposed to somewhere like Pittsburgh, Philly, DC, etc. Nicely diverse populous, and very scenic. World class performing arts - ballet, symphony, shows, etc. The economy is diverse, and growing rapidly. In 2009 and beyond, Pittsburgh is the best place to be. I feel like an ad :) LOL