Scranton, Pennsylvania

US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates ยท 2022

PA

Scranton Demographics Overview

Total Population
76,119
ACS 2022 estimate
Median Household Income
$48,776
Annual household income
โ–ผ 35% vs US avg
Median Home Value
$125,700
Owner-occupied homes
โ–ผ 55% vs US avg
Median Gross Rent
$933
Monthly rent (incl. utilities)
โ–ผ 20% vs US avg
Median Age
37.3 years
Median age of residents
โ–ผ 4% vs US avg

Income & Economy

Median Household Income
$48,776
US avg: $74,580
vs. National Median-34.6%

Housing

Median Home Value
$125,700
US avg: $281,900
Median Gross Rent
$933/mo
US avg: $1,163/mo
Rent vs. National Avg-19.8%

Population

Total Population76,119
Median Age
37.3 years
US avg: 38.9 yrs

Data Source

Data for Scranton comes from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, covering the period 2018โ€“2022.

The ACS 5-Year estimates provide the most reliable demographic statistics available, especially for smaller communities, by pooling 5 years of survey data.

Learn more about the ACS โ†’

Scranton, PA โ€” Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Scranton demographics

What is the population of Scranton, Pennsylvania?

According to the US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2022), the population of Scranton, Pennsylvania is 76,119.

What is the median household income in Scranton?

The median household income in Scranton, Pennsylvania is $48,776 per year, according to the 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates. The US national median household income is approximately $74,580.

What is the cost of living in Scranton?

Key cost indicators for Scranton, Pennsylvania:. Median home value: $125,700. Median gross rent: $933/month. Median household income: $48,776/year

What is the median home value in Scranton?

The median home value in Scranton, Pennsylvania is $125,700, compared to the national median of approximately $281,900.

What is the average age in Scranton?

The median age in Scranton, Pennsylvania is 37.3 years, compared to the US national median age of approximately 38.9 years.

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