Scranton-Wilkes-Barre Metro Area, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
567,887 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,656 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$176,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$621 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$766 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pennsylvania
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Pennsylvania
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 14 24
Feb 2 10 26
Mar 3 8 35
Apr 4 2 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 3 1 39
Dec 3 8 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, PA State Senate District 20, PA State House District 120, PA
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Schools

New Story School
3 miles, SE • 1 star
Cheder Menachem
3 miles, SW
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Colleges

Fortis Institute-Forty Fort
3 miles, S • 1 star
Misericordia University
4 miles, NW • 3.2 star
King's College
5 miles, S • 3.2 star
Wilkes University
6 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
5 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
52 miles, S • 1.4 star
Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
77 miles, N • 1 star
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