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Wilkes-Barre, PA Demographics & ZIP Codes
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania demographics and median household income by ZIP code (in Luzerne County) — 3 ZIP codes — population 61,641 — median income $49,534 — avg. home value $161,400. Compare income, housing, and population across ZIP codes on US5.
Population
61,641
Median household income (avg.)
$49,534
66% of U.S. median
Average home value
$161,400
46% of U.S. median
Average rent
$765
66% of U.S. median
Median age (avg.)
33.4
Wilkes-Barre demographics
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania covers 3 ZIP codes primarily in Luzerne County, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 61,641.
Across ZIP codes with age data, the average median age is about 33.4 years.
Median household income in Wilkes-Barre
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania is about $49,534 — about 35% below the PA ZIP average ($76,329), and about 34% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 18705 is near the top at about $61,293, while 18701 is near the bottom at about $32,417.
Housing in Wilkes-Barre
For housing in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, the average median home value is about $161,400 and the average median rent is about $765.
The most populous ZIP in this set is 18702 (about 42,120 residents). Use the table below to compare population, income, and home values across codes.
ZIP codes in Wilkes-Barre
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18702 | Wilkes-Barre | Luzerne County | PA | 42,120 | $54,892 | $115,700 |
| 18705 | Wilkes-Barre | Luzerne County | PA | 15,595 | $61,293 | $122,800 |
| 18701 | Wilkes-Barre | Luzerne County | PA | 3,926 | $32,417 | $245,700 |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Wilkes-Barre?
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania has a combined ZIP-area population of about 61,641 across 3 ZIP codes (primarily Luzerne County). Browse the ZIP table below for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Wilkes-Barre?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania is about $49,534, about 35% below the state ZIP average ($76,329), and about 34% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $161,400. Among ZIPs with data, 18705 is near the top ($61,293) and 18701 is near the bottom ($32,417).
How many ZIP codes are in Wilkes-Barre?
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania includes 3 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Wilkes-Barre?
This page lists ZIP codes in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.