Hazleton, PA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Luzerne County · Pennsylvania
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Hazleton based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
29,886
2023 ACS
Median Income
$43,379
2023
Median Home Value
$129,000
2023
Median Rent
$1,015
2023
Median Age
37.6
Unemployment
6.3%
Cost of Living Index
83.2
100 = national avg
Hazleton is a city in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, with a population of 29,886 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Hazleton is one of the communities in Pennsylvania.
The median household income in Hazleton is $43,379, and the median home value is $129,000. The cost of living index is 83.2 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,015 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.3%, and the median age is 37.6 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
29,886
Male
15,031
50.3%
Female
14,855
49.7%
Median Age
37.6
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
7.7%
High School or Higher
32.5%
Foreign Born
37.0%
Veterans
3.0%
Married
35.2%
Avg Household Size
2.6
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.276
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
42.4%
Foreign Born
37.0%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
63.1%
18,867 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
36.9%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
27,983
English Only
40.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
15,879 speakers
Limited English
32.4%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
67.6%
Limited English Proficiency
32.4%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
906
3.0% of population
Disability Rate
16.9%
153 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$35,938
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
863
95.3%
Female Veterans
43
4.7%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$35,938
Non-Veteran Income
$26,665
Difference
$9,273
34.8% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
153
Without Disability
753
Disability Rate
16.9%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
13,296
#1 Ancestry
Italian
13.8% (4,121)
#2 Ancestry
German
5.5% (1,643)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
5.5% (1,637)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
11,557
Family Households
6,711
58.1%
Married Couples
3,824
33.1%
Non-Family Households
4,846
41.9%
Single Mother Households
2,091
18.1%
Single Father Households
796
6.9%
Living Alone
4,032
34.9%
Children Under 18
Total Children
5,550
In Married Couple
2,216
39.9%
With Single Mother
2,797
50.4%
With Single Father
537
9.7%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$54,921
Married Couple Income
$69,063
Single Mother Income
$31,108
Single Father Income
$38,917
Avg Family Size
2.6
Avg Non-Family Size
2.6
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,138
Grandparents Responsible
402
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$43,379
-41% vs national
Per Capita Income
$22,018
-41% vs national
Poverty Rate
27.0%
+99% vs national
Gini Index
0.4407
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.3%
+22% vs national
SNAP Recipients
29.6%
of households
How Hazleton Compares
Hazleton vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Hazleton is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Hazleton, PA has a median household income of $43,379, making it the 24,087th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Hazleton has a higher median household income than 14% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Hazleton, PA has a per capita income of $22,018, making it the 24,793rd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Hazleton has a higher per capita income than 12% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Hazleton, PA has a poverty rate of 27.0%, making it the 3,932nd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Hazleton has a higher poverty rate than 87% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Hazleton, PA has a unemployment rate of 6.3%, making it the 8,540th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Hazleton has a higher unemployment rate than 72% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Hazleton. The median household income here is $43,379.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.3%
+24% vs PA avg
Labor Force
14,394
Employed
13,445
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
7.7%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
32.5%
of adults 25+
Median Age
37.6
Work from Home
3.0%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$89.2K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
83.2
100 = national avg
-16.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,594
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$86,496
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,028
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,252
per month
The median household income in Hazleton, PA is $43,379, which is 40.8% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $22,018. The poverty rate of 27.0% is higher than the PA state average of 11.3%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4407, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.3%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 14,394. 7.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 67.6% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 83.2, which is 16.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 95.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,594 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$230,000
Median List Price
$295,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$129
Days on Market
23
Active Inventory
28
Months of Supply
2.5
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$208,369
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,332
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
36.4%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
38.5%
Sale-to-List Ratio
99.2%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
11
New Listings
13
Pending Sales
13
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$129
Median List $/SF
$119
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Hazleton, PA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA metro area, home prices have risen 463.3% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 99.6%. The 10-year growth rate is 90.0%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 59.8%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 16.3%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA housing market rather than Hazleton alone.
Metro area: Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA
Hazleton vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Hazleton is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Hazleton, PA has a median home value of $129,000, making it the 18,528th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Hazleton has a higher median home value than 34% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Hazleton, PA has a median rent of $1,015, making it the 9,775th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Hazleton has a higher median rent than 56% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Hazleton, PA has a price per square foot of $129, making it the 14,654th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Hazleton has a higher price per square foot than 29% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Hazleton, PA has a rent burden of 28.1%, making it the 1,838th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Hazleton has a higher rent burden than 92% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$129,000
Median Rent
$1,015
Total Housing Units
12,681
Vacancy Rate
8.9%
Owner Occupied
48.5%
Renter Occupied
51.5%
Median Property Tax
$1,849
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$869
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,849
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.43%
of home value
Median Home Value
$129,000
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,028
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,849) by the median home value ($129,000). In Hazleton, PA, this works out to an effective rate of 1.43%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Hazleton, PA is $230,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 23 days on the market. 36.4% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.5 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $129. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,332/month. About 48.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1951. There are 12,681 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,849. The effective tax rate is 1.43%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
2.33
per 1,000 residents
-10% vs national
Property Crime Rate
4.92
per 1,000 residents
-71% vs national
Total Crimes
218
2024
Violent Clearance
37%
cases solved
Property Clearance
21%
cases solved
YoY Change
-1.4%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2022
How Hazleton Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Hazleton vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Hazleton is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Hazleton police solve 43% of burglary cases but only 14% of larceny/theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 4 | 0.13 | 25.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 11 | 0.37 | 36.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 55 | 1.83 | 38.2% |
| Burglary | Property | 30 | 1.00 | 43.3% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 90 | 2.99 | 14.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 28 | 0.93 | 17.9% |
Hazleton, PA reported 70 violent crimes and 148 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 2.33 per 1,000 residents is 10.5% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 37% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 90 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 10.9% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 70 | 148 | 2.33 | 4.92 |
| 2022 | 71 | 291 | 2.36 | 9.67 |
| 2020 | 71 | 205 | 2.87 | 8.29 |
| 2018 | 118 | 229 | 4.79 | 9.29 |
| 2017 | 91 | 304 | 3.71 | 12.38 |
| 2016 | 94 | 360 | 3.80 | 14.56 |
| 2015 | 104 | 511 | 4.19 | 20.58 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
91.6
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
89.5
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
67.8
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
78.1
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
23
Public Assistance
$33.4M
Individual Assistance
$2.4M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
7 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Sep 2021 | $3.3M | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $7.4M | $1.3M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Lee → | Flood | Sep 2011 | $13.3M | $134K |
| Remnants of Tropical Storm Lee → | Flood | Sep 2011 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Sep 2011 | — | $13K |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Feb 2007 | $4.1M | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Mudslides → | Severe Storm | Jun 2006 | $1.4M | $650K |
| Hurricane Katrina → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2005 | $821K | $1K |
| Tropical Depression Ivan → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | $3.1M | $254K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding Associated Wi… → | Severe Storm | Sep 2004 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Blizzard of 96 → | Snowstorm | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Storm | Mar 1994 | — | — |
| Severe Snowfall & Winter Storm → | Snowstorm | Mar 1993 | — | — |
| Hurricane Gloria → | Hurricane | Oct 1985 | — | — |
| Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Jan 1977 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 24 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
4,146
Total Claims Paid
$93,624,112
Avg Claim Payout
$22,582
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
44
Federal Funding
$16,533,875
Properties Protected
248
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.45
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 24 | $7,586,746 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine; 200.5: Acquisition of Vacant Land | 10 | $3,236,355 |
| 401.1: Water and Sanitary Sewer System Protective Measures | 3 | $963,192 |
| 106.2: Other Non Construction; 700.1: Management Costs - Salaries; 800.1: Miscellaneous | 1 | $1,500,000 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine; 201.1: Relocation of Private Structures - Riverine | 1 | $1,082,341 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Hazleton has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are winter weather, lightning, cold wave. The area has had 23 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (7 declarations). 4,146 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $33,435,310 in public assistance recovery funding. $2,355,130 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 44 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
—
Depression Rate
—
Diabetes Rate
—
Uninsured Rate
—
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Hazleton has an obesity rate of —, which is .
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
3.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.0 mi
Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazle...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton | 1.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| St Luke'S Miners Memorial Hospital | 9.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| St Luke'S Hospital - Carbon Campus | 16.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Berwick Hospital Center | 17.0 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Geisinger St. Luke'S Hospital | 21.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | — |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
5
Pop. Served
47,708
Violations (5yr)
2
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| HCA HAZLETON DIVISION | 45,000 | 0 |
| CAN DO CORPORATE CENTER | 1,291 | 2 |
| HCA DELANO PARK PLACE | 1,017 | 0 |
| HCA DERRINGER FERN GLEN | 275 | 0 |
| HCA TOMHICKEN | 125 | 0 |
There are 5 water systems serving the area. 2 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
67.6%
-14% vs national
Public Transit
2.1%
+130% vs national
Work From Home
3.0%
-68% vs national
Carpool
23.4%
Walk
2.3%
How Hazleton's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2021)Fatalities
2
2021
3-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
Cyclist
1
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Hazleton, PA covers travel times and transportation modes. 67.6% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 3.0% work from home, which is below the PA state average of 8.9%. Public transit is used by 2.1% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 23.4% of workers carpool. 2.3% walk to work. In 2021, there were 2 traffic fatalities from 2 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
83.1%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
66.7%
of households
No Internet
14.3%
of households
Total Households
11,557
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
89.0%
of households
Smartphone
81.7%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
62.3%
of households
Tablet
46.7%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
17.8¢
per kWh
-7% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-29% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.9¢
per kWh
-34% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$145
residential
-1% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
4% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Pennsylvania averages 17.8¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $145. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Hazleton vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
5
Population Served
47,708
Violations (5yr)
2
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HCA HAZLETON DIVISION | Community | Surface water | 45,000 | 0 |
| CAN DO CORPORATE CENTER | Community | Ground water | 1,291 | 2 |
| HCA DELANO PARK PLACE | Community | Ground water | 1,017 | 0 |
| HCA DERRINGER FERN GLEN | Community | Ground water | 275 | 0 |
| HCA TOMHICKEN | Community | Ground water | 125 | 0 |
83.1% of households in Hazleton have broadband internet access. 66.7% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 11.7% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 14.3% of households have no internet access. 17.6% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 5 water systems, providing water to 47,708 people. A total of 2 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Hazleton is located in Luzerne County, PA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Hazleton.
Election Overview
Source: Luzerne County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
62,504
40.0%
GOP Votes
92,444
59.2%
Total Votes
156,150
Margin
R+19.2%
Shift from 2020
R+4.8pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 62,504 | 92,444 | 156,150 | 40.0% | 59.2% | R+19.2 |
| 2020 | 64,873 | 86,929 | 153,321 | 42.3% | 56.7% | R+14.4 |
| 2016 | 51,454 | 77,508 | 132,731 | 38.8% | 58.4% | R+19.6 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Luzerne County recorded 156,150 total votes. Republicans won the county with 59.2% of the vote compared to 40.0% for Democrats, a margin of R+19.2%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+4.8pp from the previous election.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
93
Total Assets
$54.3M
Total Income
$36.4M
Per 10K Residents
31.1
nonprofits
-35.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
10
Median Assets
$254K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $48.7M of $54.3M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Hazleton
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFHazleton, PA has 93 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $54.3M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 15 organizations. 10 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 31.1 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
202
Total Approved
$49.9M
Jobs Supported
1,961
Per 10K Residents
67.6
SBA loans
-55.3% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
44
Top Lender
First National Bank of Pennsylvania
31 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
194
Total Amount
$41.3M
Avg Loan
$213,083
Median Loan
$75,000
SBA Guaranteed
$30.5M(74%)
Jobs Supported
1,740
Loans
8
Total Amount
$8.6M
Avg Loan
$1,075,375
Median Loan
$758,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
9
4% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$3.8M
8% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$425,000
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hazleton Oil & Environmental Inc. | 2 | $4.8M |
| Mahveen 2 Llc | 1 | $2.4M |
| Broadus Bordeaux Enterprises Llp | 1 | $2.1M |
| Karchner Warehousing and Logistics, Llc | 1 | $2.1M |
| Karchner Warehousing & Logistics, Llc | 1 | $2.0M |
| Hazleton First Inc | 1 | $2.0M |
| Hollywood Diner & Sports Bar Llc | 1 | $2.0M |
| Gus Genetti’s Hotel & Restaurant Inc. Dba Best Western Genetti Lodge | 1 | $1.9M |
| 32nd Realty Llc | 1 | $1.1M |
| Bb Leasing Llc | 1 | $1.1M |
Hazleton, PA has received 202 SBA loans totaling $49.9M in approved funding between 1992 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 194 loans (96% of the total), supporting 1,740 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 8 loans totaling $8.6M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Hazleton is First National Bank of Pennsylvania with 31 loans. That works out to 67.6 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
25
Total Population
89,957
Avg Median Income
-$106,610,813
Avg Home Value
-$79,876,496
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18201 | 31,428 | $43,983 | $131,900 | $1,019 | 17.5 |
| 18202 | 13,477 | $55,517 | $182,200 | $1,029 | 35.0 |
| 18216 | 1,317 | $58,352 | $126,900 | $1,141 | 7.5 |
| 18218 | 2,353 | $60,982 | $69,300 | $838 | 2.2 |
| 18219 | 1,072 | $67,941 | $219,100 | $931 | 0.8 |
| 18220 | 184 | $44,500 | $62,500 | $838 | 1.3 |
| 18221 | 435 | $68,393 | $188,500 | N/A | 2.1 |
| 18222 | 9,946 | $102,656 | $227,600 | $1,436 | 37.0 |
| 18223 | 51 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1.2 |
| 18224 | 5,954 | $57,361 | $114,900 | $922 | 14.3 |
| 18225 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 18230 | 155 | $75,455 | $99,300 | N/A | 2.1 |
| 18231 | 431 | $73,571 | $115,500 | $819 | 0.1 |
| 18232 | 4,144 | $44,078 | $48,700 | $963 | 2.1 |
| 18234 | 737 | $30,895 | $221,200 | N/A | 0.3 |
| 18237 | 3,808 | $47,181 | $90,400 | $1,021 | 17.6 |
| 18239 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 18240 | 3,909 | $56,510 | $135,200 | $970 | 24.3 |
| 18242 | 382 | $160,586 | $110,200 | N/A | 0.2 |
| 18245 | 240 | $44,607 | $112,300 | N/A | 2.4 |
| 18248 | 516 | $57,778 | $107,600 | N/A | 4.4 |
| 18249 | 4,161 | $95,820 | $279,800 | $1,341 | 33.1 |
| 18254 | 783 | $85,804 | $116,700 | $1,463 | 1.8 |
| 18255 | 4,310 | $64,375 | $173,100 | $863 | 72.3 |
| 18256 | 164 | N/A | $154,700 | N/A | 0.4 |
Hazleton, PA has 25 ZIP codes with a combined population of 89,957. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$106,610,813. The average median home value is -$79,876,496. The average median monthly rent is -$266,666,043.
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