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18706

Pennsylvania · 16,387 residents · 26.263 sq mi
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ZIP 18706 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $58,558. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $138,300. The poverty rate of 20.8% is well above the national figure. Among the 37 ZIP codes in Luzerne County, 18706 ranks 27th by median household income.

$58,558
US average: $82,259
$138,300
US average: $376,019
18.6%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
24.7%
Age 65+
19.1%
49.5%
50.5%
2.44 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic70.3%(11,516)
Black4.9%(803)
Hispanic / Latino19.2%(3,144)
Asian0.5%(74)
Other5.2%(850)
Diversity Score58%(9,509)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Luzerne County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST27TH 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 18706?

ZIP code 18706 has about 16,387 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 18706?

The typical household in ZIP code 18706 earns about $58,558 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 18706 expensive?

In ZIP code 18706, the median home is worth about $138,300, and the typical rent is about $965 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 18706?

About 18.6% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 18706 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 18706?

About 20.8% of people in ZIP code 18706 live below the federal poverty line.

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