City vs city
Wilkes-Barre, PA vs Scranton, PA
| Wilkes-Barre | Scranton | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 44,217 | 76,074 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 0.2% | -0.1% |
| Median home value | $108,000 | $141,700 |
| Median rent | $939 | $991 |
| Household income | $47,970 | $49,531 |
| Unemployment | 8.3% | 5.5% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 13% | 14% |
| State crime /100k | 1,589 | 1,589 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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