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Scranton, PA Demographics & ZIP Codes
Scranton, Pennsylvania demographics and median household income by ZIP code (in Lackawanna County) — 6 ZIP codes — population 82,761 — median income $49,128 — avg. home value $169,733. Compare income, housing, and population across ZIP codes on US5.
Population
82,761
Median household income (avg.)
$49,128
65% of U.S. median
Average home value
$169,733
49% of U.S. median
Average rent
$824
71% of U.S. median
Median age (avg.)
36.3
Scranton demographics
Scranton, Pennsylvania covers 6 ZIP codes primarily in Lackawanna County, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 82,761.
Across ZIP codes with age data, the average median age is about 36.3 years.
Median household income in Scranton
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Scranton, Pennsylvania is about $49,128 — about 36% below the PA ZIP average ($76,329), and about 35% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 18505 is near the top at about $52,599, while 18503 is near the bottom at about $40,214.
Housing in Scranton
For housing in Scranton, Pennsylvania, the average median home value is about $169,733 and the average median rent is about $824.
The most populous ZIP in this set is 18505 (about 21,417 residents). Use the table below to compare population, income, and home values across codes.
ZIP codes in Scranton
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18505 | Scranton | Lackawanna County | PA | 21,417 | $52,599 | $139,800 |
| 18504 | Scranton | Lackawanna County | PA | 20,563 | $52,542 | $144,200 |
| 18510 | Scranton | Lackawanna County | PA | 14,629 | $52,500 | $178,000 |
| 18509 | Scranton | Lackawanna County | PA | 13,268 | $52,206 | $176,300 |
| 18508 | Scranton | Lackawanna County | PA | 11,347 | $44,706 | $120,700 |
| 18503 | Scranton | Lackawanna County | PA | 1,537 | $40,214 | $259,400 |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Scranton?
Scranton, Pennsylvania has a combined ZIP-area population of about 82,761 across 6 ZIP codes (primarily Lackawanna County). Browse the ZIP table below for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Scranton?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Scranton, Pennsylvania is about $49,128, about 36% below the state ZIP average ($76,329), and about 35% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $169,733. Among ZIPs with data, 18505 is near the top ($52,599) and 18503 is near the bottom ($40,214).
How many ZIP codes are in Scranton?
Scranton, Pennsylvania includes 6 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Scranton?
This page lists ZIP codes in Scranton, Pennsylvania with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.