Scranton, PA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Lackawanna County · Pennsylvania
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Scranton based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
76,074
2023 ACS
Median Income
$49,531
2023
Median Home Value
$141,700
2023
Median Rent
$991
2023
Median Age
37.7
Unemployment
5.5%
Cost of Living Index
89.8
100 = national avg
Scranton is a city in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, with a population of 76,074 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Scranton is one of the communities in Pennsylvania.
The median household income in Scranton is $49,531, and the median home value is $141,700. The cost of living index is 89.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $991 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.5%, and the median age is 37.7 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
76,074
Male
37,689
49.5%
Female
38,385
50.5%
Median Age
37.7
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
15.1%
High School or Higher
41.2%
Foreign Born
10.4%
Veterans
5.0%
Married
31.4%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.438
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
71.6%
Foreign Born
10.4%
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
16.5%
12,522 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
83.5%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander 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+)
72,369
English Only
81.7%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
8,060 speakers
Limited English
8.4%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
91.6%
Limited English Proficiency
8.4%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
3,773
5.0% of population
Disability Rate
21.4%
807 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$42,464
Unemployment Rate
6.5%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
3,569
94.6%
Female Veterans
204
5.4%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$42,464
Non-Veteran Income
$28,111
Difference
$14,353
51.1% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
807
Without Disability
2,966
Disability Rate
21.4%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
64,715
#1 Ancestry
Irish
22.0% (16,716)
#2 Ancestry
Italian
15.9% (12,059)
#3 Ancestry
German
13.0% (9,854)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
30,342
Family Households
17,023
56.1%
Married Couples
10,354
34.1%
Non-Family Households
13,319
43.9%
Single Mother Households
4,699
15.5%
Single Father Households
1,970
6.5%
Living Alone
11,171
36.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
13,923
In Married Couple
7,280
52.3%
With Single Mother
5,452
39.2%
With Single Father
1,191
8.6%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$64,891
Married Couple Income
$92,231
Single Mother Income
$32,874
Single Father Income
$41,791
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.2
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,181
Grandparents Responsible
270
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$49,531
-32% vs national
Per Capita Income
$28,654
-23% vs national
Poverty Rate
22.0%
+61% vs national
Gini Index
0.4689
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.5%
+5% vs national
SNAP Recipients
26.9%
of households
How Scranton Compares
Scranton vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Scranton is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Scranton, PA has a median household income of $49,531, making it the 21,600th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Scranton has a higher median household income than 23% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Scranton, PA has a per capita income of $28,654, making it the 18,755th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Scranton has a higher per capita income than 33% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Scranton, PA has a poverty rate of 22.0%, making it the 6,072nd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Scranton has a higher poverty rate than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Scranton, PA has a unemployment rate of 5.5%, making it the 10,448th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Scranton has a higher unemployment rate than 66% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Scranton. The median household income here is $49,531.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.5%
+7% vs PA avg
Labor Force
35,629
Employed
33,682
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
15.1%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
41.2%
of adults 25+
Median Age
37.7
Work from Home
8.5%
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
89.8
100 = national avg
-10.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,499
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$93,361
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 Scranton, PA is $49,531, which is 32.4% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $28,654. The poverty rate of 22.0% is higher than the PA state average of 11.3%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4689, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.5%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 35,629. 15.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 69.8% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 89.8, which is 10.2% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 101.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,499 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$200,000
Median List Price
$234,750
Price Per Sq Ft
$95
Days on Market
37
Active Inventory
115
Months of Supply
1.8
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$196,151
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,332
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
22.2%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
38.9%
Sale-to-List Ratio
96.9%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
63
New Listings
54
Pending Sales
54
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$95
Median List $/SF
$117
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Scranton, 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 Scranton alone.
Metro area: Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA
Scranton vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Scranton is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Scranton, PA has a median home value of $141,700, making it the 17,305th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Scranton has a higher median home value than 38% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Scranton, PA has a median rent of $991, making it the 10,210th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Scranton has a higher median rent than 54% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Scranton, PA has a price per square foot of $95, making it the 17,456th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Scranton has a higher price per square foot than 16% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Scranton, PA has a rent burden of 24.0%, making it the 4,203rd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Scranton has a higher rent burden than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$141,700
Median Rent
$991
Total Housing Units
35,623
Vacancy Rate
14.8%
Owner Occupied
50.7%
Renter Occupied
49.3%
Median Property Tax
$2,952
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,001
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,952
per year
Effective Tax Rate
2.08%
of home value
Median Home Value
$141,700
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,372
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,952) by the median home value ($141,700). In Scranton, PA, this works out to an effective rate of 2.08%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Scranton, PA is $200,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 37 days on the market. 22.2% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 1.8 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $95. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,332/month. About 50.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1938. There are 35,623 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,952. The effective tax rate is 2.08%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
2.81
per 1,000 residents
+8% vs national
Property Crime Rate
13.45
per 1,000 residents
-22% vs national
Total Crimes
1,231
2024
Violent Clearance
46%
cases solved
Property Clearance
10%
cases solved
YoY Change
-9.4%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Scranton Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Scranton vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Scranton 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)Scranton police solve 100% of murder cases but only 8% of burglary 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 | 7 | 0.09 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 70 | 0.92 | 11.4% |
| Robbery | Violent | 24 | 0.32 | 29.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 112 | 1.48 | 67.9% |
| Burglary | Property | 146 | 1.93 | 8.2% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 774 | 10.23 | 10.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 98 | 1.29 | 9.2% |
Scranton, PA reported 213 violent crimes and 1,018 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 2.81 per 1,000 residents is 8.2% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 46% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 774 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 9.8% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 213 | 1,018 | 2.81 | 13.45 |
| 2023 | 235 | 1,070 | 3.10 | 14.14 |
| 2022 | 314 | 1,290 | 4.14 | 17.02 |
| 2021 | 305 | 1,075 | 3.98 | 14.04 |
| 2020 | 706 | 944 | 9.20 | 12.30 |
| 2019 | 1,199 | 1,347 | 15.51 | 17.42 |
| 2018 | 811 | 1,505 | 10.42 | 19.34 |
| 2017 | 198 | 1,698 | 2.55 | 21.91 |
| 2016 | 216 | 1,696 | 2.79 | 21.93 |
| 2015 | 206 | 2,087 | 2.74 | 27.79 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
89.9
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
88.1
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
60.7
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
85.1
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
22
Public Assistance
$13.8M
Individual Assistance
$17.9M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
7 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $5.2M | $4.6M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Nov 2018 | $3.3M | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Lee → | Flood | Sep 2011 | $697K | $10.4M |
| Remnants of Tropical Storm Lee → | Flood | Sep 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Feb 2007 | $1.8M | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Mudslides → | Severe Storm | Jun 2006 | — | $956K |
| Hurricane Katrina → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2005 | $449K | $57K |
| Tropical Depression Ivan → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | $1.2M | $1.6M |
| Severe Storms and Flooding Associated Wi… → | Severe Storm | Sep 2004 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Aug 2003 | $1.1M | $309K |
| 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 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Oct 1976 | — | — |
| High Winds, Flash Floods → | Flood | Jul 1976 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 24 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,368
Total Claims Paid
$20,495,036
Avg Claim Payout
$14,982
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
9
Federal Funding
$7,608,663
Properties Protected
57
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.18
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 5 | $3,177,263 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $39,750 |
| 500.1: Flood Control - Floodwall | 1 | $750,000 |
| 500.2: Flood Control - Berm, Levee, or Dike | 1 | $2,327,734 |
| 106.2: Other Non Construction | 1 | $1,313,916 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Scranton 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 22 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (7 declarations). 1,368 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $13,801,160 in public assistance recovery funding. $17,930,988 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 9 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.
Scranton has an obesity rate of —, which is .
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.2 mi
Geisinger-Community Medical Ce...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geisinger-Community Medical Center | 1.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Geisinger Behavioral Health Center Northeast | 3.2 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Lehigh Valley Hospital - Dickson City | 4.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Clarks Summit State Hospital | 5.7 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Wayne Memorial Hospital | 25.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
12
Pop. Served
187,283
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| PAW CEASETOWN | 58,467 | 0 |
| PAW NESBITT | 52,640 | 0 |
| PAW WATRES | 52,002 | 0 |
| PAW HUNTSVILLE | 11,987 | 0 |
| PAW CRYSTAL LAKE | 9,773 | 0 |
| PA AMER WATER CO INDIAN ROCKS | 1,100 | 0 |
| PA AMER WATER CO SPANGENBERG | 370 | 0 |
| PA AMER WATER CO OLWEN HEIGHTS | 330 | 0 |
| PA AMER WATER THOMPSON | 225 | 0 |
| PAW SUTTON HILLS | 195 | 0 |
| PAW HILLCREST | 125 | 0 |
| PAW HOMESITE | 69 | 0 |
There are 12 water systems serving the area.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
69.8%
-11% vs national
Public Transit
1.7%
+84% vs national
Work From Home
8.5%
-8% vs national
Carpool
13.4%
Walk / Bike
5.1%
combined
How Scranton's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
4
2023
6-Year Avg
5
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
2
Nighttime
2
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2022 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2020 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 | 8 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Scranton, PA covers travel times and transportation modes. 69.8% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 8.5% work from home, which is below the PA state average of 8.9%. Public transit is used by 1.7% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 13.4% of workers carpool. 5.1% walk to work. In 2023, there were 4 traffic fatalities from 4 fatal crashes. 2 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
85.5%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
70.7%
of households
No Internet
11.5%
of households
Total Households
30,342
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
90.7%
of households
Smartphone
83.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
70.3%
of households
Tablet
53.6%
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
-3% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-25% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.9¢
per kWh
-29% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$145
residential
-0% vs 50,000 - 100,000 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).
Scranton vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). 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
12
Population Served
187,283
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PAW CEASETOWN | Community | Surface water | 58,467 | 0 |
| PAW NESBITT | Community | Surface water | 52,640 | 0 |
| PAW WATRES | Community | Surface water | 52,002 | 0 |
| PAW HUNTSVILLE | Community | Surface water | 11,987 | 0 |
| PAW CRYSTAL LAKE | Community | Surface water | 9,773 | 0 |
| PA AMER WATER CO INDIAN ROCKS | Community | Ground water | 1,100 | 0 |
| PA AMER WATER CO SPANGENBERG | Community | Ground water | 370 | 0 |
| PA AMER WATER CO OLWEN HEIGHTS | Community | Ground water | 330 | 0 |
| PA AMER WATER THOMPSON | Community | Ground water | 225 | 0 |
| PAW SUTTON HILLS | Community | Ground water | 195 | 0 |
| PAW HILLCREST | Community | Ground water | 125 | 0 |
| PAW HOMESITE | Community | Ground water | 69 | 0 |
85.5% of households in Scranton have broadband internet access. 70.7% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 12.3% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 11.5% of households have no internet access. 13.1% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 12 water systems, providing water to 187,283 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Scranton is located in Lackawanna County, PA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Scranton.
Election Overview
Source: Lackawanna County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
59,510
51.0%
GOP Votes
56,261
48.3%
Total Votes
116,590
Margin
D+2.8%
Shift from 2020
R+5.6pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 59,510 | 56,261 | 116,590 | 51.0% | 48.3% | D+2.8 |
| 2020 | 61,991 | 52,334 | 115,410 | 53.7% | 45.4% | D+8.4 |
| 2016 | 51,593 | 48,102 | 102,740 | 50.2% | 46.8% | D+3.4 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Lackawanna County recorded 116,590 total votes. Democrats won the county with 51.0% of the vote compared to 48.3% for Republicans, a margin of D+2.8%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+5.6pp from the previous election.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
373
Total Assets
$2.0B
Total Income
$1.4B
Per 10K Residents
49.0
nonprofits
-21.9% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
76
Median Assets
$469K
Oldest Active
1913
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $1.4B of $2.0B 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 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in Scranton
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFScranton, PA has 373 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $2.0B. The most common category is Human Services, with 41 organizations. 76 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 49.0 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1913.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
491
Total Approved
$131.9M
Jobs Supported
4,185
Per 10K Residents
64.5
SBA loans
-17.4% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
70
Top Lender
Fidelity Deposit and Discount Bank
117 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
452
Total Amount
$109.0M
Avg Loan
$241,151
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$80.0M(73%)
Jobs Supported
3,609
Loans
39
Total Amount
$22.9M
Avg Loan
$587,462
Median Loan
$434,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
98
20% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$40.1M
30% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$409,631
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Days Inn | 2 | $5.5M |
| Diamond K Inc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Anz Scranton Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Joyce Outdoor Advertising Llc | 7 | $3.1M |
| Kns Logistics Inc. | 12 | $2.9M |
| Dickson Hospitality Llc | 1 | $2.5M |
| Victorybuy Inc. | 4 | $2.3M |
| Tots & Tykes Holdings Llc | 1 | $2.2M |
| Posh Holdings Llc | 1 | $2.1M |
| Nineteen 9 Sports, Inc. | 1 | $1.9M |
Scranton, PA has received 491 SBA loans totaling $131.9M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 452 loans (92% of the total), supporting 3,609 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 39 loans totaling $22.9M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Scranton is Fidelity Deposit and Discount Bank with 117 loans. That works out to 64.5 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
22
Total Population
222,827
Avg Median Income
$65,971
Avg Home Value
$187,114
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18403 | 6,580 | $76,401 | $212,900 | $940 | 19.2 |
| 18411 | 23,076 | $96,471 | $274,200 | $1,253 | 55.4 |
| 18434 | 4,019 | $60,396 | $164,300 | $902 | 6.1 |
| 18444 | 13,681 | $84,919 | $249,400 | $1,015 | 105.1 |
| 18447 | 10,042 | $64,276 | $194,600 | $971 | 19.9 |
| 18452 | 5,085 | $58,526 | $189,200 | $960 | 1.9 |
| 18471 | 527 | $121,136 | $298,100 | N/A | 2.0 |
| 18503 | 1,537 | $40,214 | $259,400 | $933 | 0.5 |
| 18504 | 20,563 | $52,542 | $144,200 | $970 | 10.2 |
| 18505 | 21,417 | $52,599 | $139,800 | $954 | 8.8 |
| 18507 | 5,403 | $73,958 | $242,200 | $1,284 | 9.6 |
| 18508 | 11,347 | $44,706 | $120,700 | $1,034 | 6.8 |
| 18509 | 13,268 | $52,206 | $176,300 | $991 | 3.0 |
| 18510 | 14,629 | $52,500 | $178,000 | $1,040 | 1.8 |
| 18512 | 12,714 | $63,097 | $173,500 | $927 | 11.3 |
| 18517 | 5,192 | $70,996 | $176,000 | $1,163 | 4.2 |
| 18518 | 8,533 | $73,258 | $169,700 | $862 | 4.0 |
| 18519 | 5,259 | $58,061 | $165,300 | $924 | 2.4 |
| 18640 | 16,418 | $57,358 | $135,200 | $890 | 27.9 |
| 18641 | 6,385 | $74,469 | $142,500 | $956 | 4.5 |
| 18642 | 4,469 | $61,587 | $154,100 | $1,122 | 5.4 |
| 18643 | 12,683 | $61,685 | $156,900 | $956 | 18.3 |
Scranton, PA has 22 ZIP codes with a combined population of 222,827. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $65,971. The average median home value is $187,114. The average median monthly rent is -$30,302,074.
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