ZIP Code 18705 — Wilkes barre, PA

Luzerne | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 18705 in Wilkes barre, PA has a population of 15,624 with a median household income of $59,344 and a median home value of $140,700 . The cost of living index is 64.3 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
15,624
Median Age
36.50
Male
8,231
Female
7,393

Race & Ethnicity

White
69.1%
Black
5.0%
Hispanic
23.2%
Asian
0.8%
Native American
0.1%
Pacific Islander
0.2%
Two or More
11.0%
Other
13.8%

Income

Median Household
$59,344
Mean Household
$73,660
Per Capita
$30,425
Below Poverty
22.9%

Housing

Median Home Value
$140,700
Median Rent
$1,024
Total Units
7,096
Occupied
6,339
Owner Occupied
60.9%
Renter Occupied
39.2%
Median Year Built
1942
Vacant
757

Education

High School or Higher 89.4%
Bachelor's or Higher 24.9%
Graduate Degree 6.8%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
7,702
Unemployment
5.5%
Drive Alone
70.9%
Public Transit
2.3%
Work from Home
9.5%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

64.3
National average = 100. Below average by 35.7%.

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Other ZIP Codes in Wilkes barre

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 18705?

ZIP code 18705 (Wilkes barre, PA) has a total population of 15,624 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 18705?

The median household income in ZIP code 18705 is $59,344 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 18705 in?

ZIP code 18705 is primarily located in Wilkes barre, Pennsylvania (PA).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 18705?

The median home value in ZIP code 18705 is $140,700, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 18705?

The median age in ZIP code 18705 is 36.50 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.