Nanticoke, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 8/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
10,610 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,340 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$103,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$516 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$659 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.8% 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 13 24
Feb 3 9 26
Mar 3 8 34
Apr 4 2 46
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 4 0 48
Nov 4 2 39
Dec 4 7 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (48%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 2%

Schools

GNA El Ctr
<1 miles, E 1.9 star
Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr
<1 miles, E 1.9 star

Colleges

Luzerne County Community College
<1 miles, SE 1.9 star
Wilkes University
6 miles, E 3.2 star
King's College
7 miles, E 3.2 star

Hospitals

Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
8 miles, E 1.4 star
Berwick Hospital Center
15 miles, W 4.1 star

Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
48 miles, S 1.4 star
Harrisburg International Airport
80 miles, SW 1.4 star