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18642

Pennsylvania · 4,530 residents · 5.361 sq mi
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ZIP 18642 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $61,250. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $158,700. The poverty rate of 24.9% is well above the national figure. Among the 37 ZIP codes in Luzerne County, 18642 ranks 24th by median household income.

$61,250
US average: $82,259
$158,700
US average: $376,019
23.0%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
26.7%
Age 65+
20.1%
53.4%
46.6%
2.32 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic74.8%(3,387)
Black0.1%(5)
Hispanic / Latino22.4%(1,014)
Asian1.6%(72)
Other1.1%(52)
Diversity Score48.8%(2,211)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Luzerne County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST24TH OF 37HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
18201$47,802
18202$55,153
18219$52,566
18221$71,250
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 18642?

ZIP code 18642 has about 4,530 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 18642?

The typical household in ZIP code 18642 earns about $61,250 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 18642 expensive?

In ZIP code 18642, the median home is worth about $158,700, and the typical rent is about $1,187 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 18642?

About 23.0% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 18642 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 18642?

About 24.9% of people in ZIP code 18642 live below the federal poverty line.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024