Laflin, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,469 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
45.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$115,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$230,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$694 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,354 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Luzerne County
3
Scranton-Wilkes-Barre Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Luzerne County
3
Scranton-Wilkes-Barre Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 14 23
Feb 2 10 26
Mar 3 8 34
Apr 4 3 46
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 4 0 49
Nov 4 2 39
Dec 3 8 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (55%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 2%

Schools

Pittston Area SHS
2 miles, N 4.6 star
Wilkes-Barre Area CTC
2 miles, SW 3.2 star
Wyoming Area Sec Ctr
2 miles, N 3.7 star

Colleges

Fortis Institute-Forty Fort
5 miles, W 1 star
King's College
5 miles, W 3.2 star

Hospitals

Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
4 miles, W 1.4 star
Geisinger-Community Medical Center
11 miles, E 3.2 star

Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
48 miles, S 1.4 star
Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
83 miles, N 1 star