ZIP 18705 — Commute & Transit

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates. Page data updated 2026-08-02.

Middle ClassLow Snow Area

Commute modes, vehicles, walkability, and job access

Commute & Transit in Wilkes-Barre city, PA (18705)

Commute Mode

87% drive to work — car-dependent area; consider vehicle access.

Household Vehicles

Typical household vehicle ownership.

Commute Indicators

Work From Home

8.2%-46% vs US avg

No Vehicle

2.6%-68% vs US avg

N/A

Avg Commute

7:00-7:29 a.m.

Peak Departure

Walkability

EPA Smart Location Database. High scores mean less car dependency.

Walkability Score (1–100)41

Somewhat walkable

Transit Access

EPA Smart Location Database (residential-weighted).

Transit stops within ½ mile

Jobs accessible by transit (45 min)

30,998