Wilkes-Barre, PA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Luzerne County · Pennsylvania
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Wilkes-Barre based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
44,217
2023 ACS
Median Income
$47,970
2023
Median Home Value
$108,000
2023
Median Rent
$939
2023
Median Age
35.3
Unemployment
8.3%
Cost of Living Index
84.7
100 = national avg
Wilkes-Barre is a city in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, with a population of 44,217 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Wilkes-Barre is one of the communities in Pennsylvania.
The median household income in Wilkes-Barre is $47,970, and the median home value is $108,000. The cost of living index is 84.7 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $939 per month. The unemployment rate is 8.3%, and the median age is 35.3 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
44,217
Male
21,559
48.8%
Female
22,658
51.2%
Median Age
35.3
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
12.5%
High School or Higher
37.8%
Foreign Born
15.1%
Veterans
4.4%
Married
28.4%
Avg Household Size
2.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.539
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
55.5%
Foreign Born
15.1%
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
30.6%
13,535 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
69.4%
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+)
41,597
English Only
74.4%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
9,195 speakers
Limited English
12.6%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
87.4%
Limited English Proficiency
12.6%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,965
4.4% of population
Disability Rate
17.8%
350 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$42,713
Unemployment Rate
7.8%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,836
93.4%
Female Veterans
129
6.6%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$42,713
Non-Veteran Income
$28,074
Difference
$14,639
52.1% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
350
Without Disability
1,615
Disability Rate
17.8%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
28,760
#1 Ancestry
Irish
14.2% (6,297)
#2 Ancestry
Polish
10.4% (4,611)
#3 Ancestry
German
8.8% (3,881)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
16,710
Family Households
9,722
58.2%
Married Couples
5,326
31.9%
Non-Family Households
6,988
41.8%
Single Mother Households
3,204
19.2%
Single Father Households
1,192
7.1%
Living Alone
5,796
34.7%
Children Under 18
Total Children
8,125
In Married Couple
3,194
39.3%
With Single Mother
4,123
50.7%
With Single Father
808
9.9%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$59,231
Married Couple Income
$83,827
Single Mother Income
$34,286
Single Father Income
$46,090
Avg Family Size
2.4
Avg Non-Family Size
2.3
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
941
Grandparents Responsible
203
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$47,970
-34% vs national
Per Capita Income
$25,581
-31% vs national
Poverty Rate
21.1%
+55% vs national
Gini Index
0.4488
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
8.3%
+60% vs national
SNAP Recipients
27.5%
of households
How Wilkes-Barre Compares
Wilkes-Barre vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Wilkes-Barre is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Wilkes-Barre, PA has a median household income of $47,970, making it the 22,302nd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Wilkes-Barre has a higher median household income than 21% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Wilkes-Barre, PA has a per capita income of $25,581, making it the 21,864th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Wilkes-Barre has a higher per capita income than 22% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Wilkes-Barre, PA has a poverty rate of 21.1%, making it the 6,509th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Wilkes-Barre has a higher poverty rate than 79% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Wilkes-Barre, PA has a unemployment rate of 8.3%, making it the 5,535th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Wilkes-Barre has a higher unemployment rate than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Wilkes-Barre. The median household income here is $47,970.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
8.3%
+63% vs PA avg
Labor Force
21,210
Employed
19,401
Mean Commute
19 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
12.5%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
37.8%
of adults 25+
Median Age
35.3
Work from Home
7.4%
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
84.7
100 = national avg
-15.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,275
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$88,103
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 Wilkes-Barre, PA is $47,970, which is 34.5% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $25,581. The poverty rate of 21.1% is higher than the PA state average of 11.3%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4488, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 8.3%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 21,210. 12.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 19 minutes, with 7.4% working from home. About 70.4% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 84.7, which is 15.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 88.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,275 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$179,250
Median List Price
$177,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$109
Days on Market
45
Active Inventory
87
Months of Supply
2.9
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$170,526
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,306
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
13.3%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
19.4%
Sale-to-List Ratio
95.3%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
30
New Listings
30
Pending Sales
36
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$109
Median List $/SF
$112
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Wilkes-Barre, 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 Wilkes-Barre alone.
Metro area: Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA
Wilkes-Barre vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Wilkes-Barre is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Wilkes-Barre, PA has a median home value of $108,000, making it the 21,205th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Wilkes-Barre has a higher median home value than 24% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Wilkes-Barre, PA has a median rent of $939, making it the 11,452nd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Wilkes-Barre has a higher median rent than 49% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Wilkes-Barre, PA has a price per square foot of $109, making it the 16,398th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Wilkes-Barre has a higher price per square foot than 21% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Wilkes-Barre, PA has a rent burden of 23.5%, making it the 4,712th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Wilkes-Barre has a higher rent burden than 79% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$108,000
Median Rent
$939
Total Housing Units
19,993
Vacancy Rate
16.4%
Owner Occupied
49.0%
Renter Occupied
51.0%
Median Property Tax
$2,136
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$845
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,136
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.98%
of home value
Median Home Value
$108,000
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,401
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,136) by the median home value ($108,000). In Wilkes-Barre, PA, this works out to an effective rate of 1.98%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Wilkes-Barre, PA is $179,250 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 45 days on the market. 13.3% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.9 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $109. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,306/month. About 49.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1943. There are 19,993 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,136. The effective tax rate is 1.98%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
2.49
per 1,000 residents
-4% vs national
Property Crime Rate
115.60
per 1,000 residents
+572% vs national
Total Crimes
380
2024
Violent Clearance
75%
cases solved
Property Clearance
47%
cases solved
YoY Change
-38.6%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Wilkes-Barre Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Wilkes-Barre vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with Under 10,000 residents. Wilkes-Barre 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)Wilkes-Barre police solve 100% of aggravated assault cases but only 9% of motor vehicle 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 | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Robbery | Violent | 3 | 0.93 | 33.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 5 | 1.55 | 100.0% |
| Burglary | Property | 9 | 2.80 | 44.4% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 352 | 109.38 | 48.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 11 | 3.42 | 9.1% |
Wilkes-Barre, PA reported 8 violent crimes and 372 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 2.49 per 1,000 residents is 4.4% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 75% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 352 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 20.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8 | 372 | 2.49 | 115.60 |
| 2023 | 13 | 395 | 4.05 | 122.94 |
| 2022 | 11 | 385 | 3.42 | 119.71 |
| 2021 | 167 | 604 | 4.12 | 14.91 |
| 2020 | 11 | 327 | 3.83 | 113.74 |
| 2019 | 6 | 486 | 2.08 | 168.40 |
| 2018 | 8 | 505 | 2.77 | 174.80 |
| 2017 | 13 | 524 | 4.50 | 181.25 |
| 2016 | 16 | 668 | 5.48 | 228.69 |
| 2015 | 17 | 722 | 5.79 | 246.08 |
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
$20.7M
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 | $4.4M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Lee → | Flood | Sep 2011 | $13.3M | $13.1M |
| Remnants of Tropical Storm Lee → | Flood | Sep 2011 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Sep 2011 | — | $207K |
| 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 | $1.6M |
| Hurricane Katrina → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2005 | $821K | $94K |
| Tropical Depression Ivan → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | $3.1M | $1.3M |
| 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 23 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.
Wilkes-Barre 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. $20,691,521 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.
Wilkes-Barre has an obesity rate of —, which is .
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
2.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
12.7 mi
Geisinger Behavioral Health Ce...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geisinger Behavioral Health Center Northeast | 12.7 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Clarks Summit State Hospital | 16.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Geisinger-Community Medical Center | 16.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Lehigh Valley Hospital - Dickson City | 19.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton | 20.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
19 min
-21% vs national
Drive Alone
70.4%
-10% vs national
Public Transit
2.3%
+154% vs national
Work From Home
7.4%
-20% vs national
Carpool
11.3%
Walk / Bike
6.6%
combined
How Wilkes-Barre's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
3
2023
5-Year Avg
4
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
3
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Wilkes-Barre, PA is 19 minutes, which is 20.9% below the national average of 23 minutes. 70.4% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 7.4% work from home, which is below the PA state average of 8.9%. Public transit is used by 2.3% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 11.3% of workers carpool. 6.5% walk to work. In 2023, there were 3 traffic fatalities from 3 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
84.7%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
63.9%
of households
No Internet
12.8%
of households
Total Households
16,710
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
89.0%
of households
Smartphone
83.9%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
66.7%
of households
Tablet
53.5%
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 Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-29% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.9¢
per kWh
-34% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$145
residential
-1% vs Under 10,000 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).
Wilkes-Barre vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
84.7% of households in Wilkes-Barre have broadband internet access. 63.9% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 18.0% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 12.8% of households have no internet access. 14.3% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Wilkes-Barre is located in Luzerne County, PA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Wilkes-Barre.
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
3
Total Assets
—
Total Income
—
Per 10K Residents
0.7
nonprofits
-99.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
0
Median Assets
—
Oldest Active
1950
ruling year
Newest Org
2001
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationWhen 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 Under 10,000
Wilkes-Barre, PA has 3 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 2 organizations. That works out to 0.7 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1950.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
190
Total Approved
$64.0M
Jobs Supported
1,499
Per 10K Residents
43.0
SBA loans
-86.0% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
45
Top Lender
PNC Bank, National Association
40 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
170
Total Amount
$39.1M
Avg Loan
$230,148
Median Loan
$75,000
SBA Guaranteed
$27.7M(71%)
Jobs Supported
1,128
Loans
20
Total Amount
$24.9M
Avg Loan
$1,243,800
Median Loan
$701,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
15
8% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$17.0M
27% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$1,135,653
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Days Inn | 3 | $6.0M |
| Sigma Hospitality Wilkes Barre, Lp | 1 | $5.5M |
| Dac Realty | 2 | $5.0M |
| Tc Logistics Llc | 1 | $4.9M |
| Shree Neelkanth Realty Llc | 1 | $4.4M |
| Days Inn of Clearfield | 1 | $1.3M |
| Asian Bistro and Utopia Land Llc | 1 | $1.3M |
| Schiels Market | 1 | $1.2M |
| Motel 6 Wilkes Barre | 1 | $1.2M |
| Red Carpet Inn | 1 | $1.2M |
Wilkes-Barre, PA has received 190 SBA loans totaling $64.0M in approved funding between 1992 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 170 loans (89% of the total), supporting 1,128 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 20 loans totaling $24.9M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Wilkes-Barre is PNC Bank, National Association with 40 loans. That works out to 43.0 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
18
Total Population
225,089
Avg Median Income
-$36,969,820
Avg Home Value
-$36,872,054
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18602 | 356 | $172,500 | $365,500 | $1,750 | 1.9 |
| 18612 | 17,754 | $97,022 | $250,700 | $1,150 | 54.5 |
| 18627 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 18634 | 13,638 | $60,482 | $108,600 | $798 | 14.3 |
| 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 |
| 18644 | 7,318 | $72,803 | $167,000 | $920 | 15.8 |
| 18651 | 8,672 | $43,639 | $90,400 | $930 | 12.1 |
| 18701 | 3,926 | $32,417 | $245,700 | $842 | 0.5 |
| 18702 | 42,120 | $54,892 | $115,700 | $971 | 78.1 |
| 18704 | 30,997 | $62,907 | $154,600 | $935 | 10.1 |
| 18705 | 15,595 | $61,293 | $122,800 | $1,006 | 5.0 |
| 18706 | 16,318 | $57,546 | $121,900 | $883 | 26.3 |
| 18707 | 16,418 | $105,281 | $277,500 | $864 | 51.0 |
| 18708 | 9,063 | $95,480 | $246,900 | $1,085 | 16.0 |
| 18709 | 2,959 | $38,547 | $113,700 | $780 | 0.8 |
Wilkes-Barre, PA has 18 ZIP codes with a combined population of 225,089. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$36,969,820. The average median home value is -$36,872,054. The average median monthly rent is -$37,036,102.
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