ZIP code 18705

The page on USZIP.com for the ZIP code 18705 provides a comprehensive overview of this area in Wilkes-Barre, PA. It features a detailed map pinpointing the location and outlines key demographic information such as population size, median age, and household income. The page also includes insights into the local economy, highlighting business environments and employment statistics. Additionally, it offers data on housing, including average home prices and rent costs. Users can find information on nearby schools, public services, and amenities, making it a useful resource for those looking to move to or learn more about the 18705 ZIP code area.

18705 is the zip code for

Wilkes-Barre, PA

Also in this location:
Plains, PA
Hudson, PA
Hilldale, PA
Total population
14,806▼
Housing units
7,210▼
Land area
(sq. miles)
5.46
Density
(people per sq. mile)
2,711.72▼
Water area
(sq. miles)
0.06

Demographic data for zip code 18705

Gender:

Male
7,125▼
Female
7,681▼
Median age
Male
41.80
Female
45.90
Gender

Households:

Total households
6,493▼
Family households
4,042▼
Nonfamily households
2,451▲
Average household size
2.28▼
Average family size
2.86▼
Households

Housing units:

Total housing units
7,210▼
Occupied housing units
6,493▼
Owner-occupied
4,373▼
Renter-occupied
2,120▲
Vacant housing units
717▲
Housing units

Age:

Under 5 years
717▲
5 to 9 years
771▼
10 to 14 years
790▼
15 to 19 years
853▼
20 to 24 years
886▲
25 to 34 years
1,803▼
35 to 44 years
1,802▼
45 to 54 years
2,135▼
55 to 59 years
1,084▲
60 to 64 years
1,010▲
65 to 74 years
1,344▼
75 to 84 years
1,144▼
85 years and over
467▲
Median age
43.80▲
Age

Race:

White
13,337
Hispanic or Latino
742
Black or African American
383
Asian
117
American Indian & Alaska Native
15
Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander
0
Other (One Race)
19
Two or More Races
193
Race
* Based on 2010, 2000 U.S. Census data

Economic data for zip code 18705

Employment status:

Population
(16 years and over)
11,766
Civilian labor force
7,103
Employed
6,471
Unemployed
632
Armed Forces
8
Not in labor force
4,655
Percent Unemployed
8.9%
Employment status

Commuting to work:

Workers
(16 years and over)
6,378
Car, truck, or van
Drove alone
5,090
Carpooled
691
Public transportation
(excluding taxicab)
91
Walked
244
Other means
90
Worked at home
172
Mean travel time
19.0 min.
Commuting to work

Occupation:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
6,471
Management / business / science / arts
1,749
Service
1,267
Sales / office
1,848
Natural resources / construction / maintenance
592
Production / transportation / material moving
1,015
Occupation

Industry:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
6,471
Agriculture / forestry / fishing / hunting / mining
35
Construction
486
Manufacturing
649
Wholesale trade
305
Retail trade
822
Transportation / warehousing / utilities
378
Information
147
Finance / insurance / real estate / rental / leasing
335
Professional / scientific / management / administrative / waste management services
359
Educational services / health care / social assistance
1,566
Arts / entertainment / recreation / accommodation / food services
608
Public administration
514
Other services
267
Industry

Class of worker:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
6,471
Private wage & salary workers
5,097
Government workers
1,119
Self-employed
(in own not incorporated business)
225
Unpaid family workers
30
Class of worker

Income:

Total households
6,315
Less than $10,000
456
$10,000 to $14,999
448
$15,000 to $24,999
981
$25,000 to $34,999
918
$35,000 to $49,999
943
$50,000 to $74,999
1,100
$75,000 to $99,999
700
$100,000 to $149,999
632
$150,000 to $199,999
103
$200,000 or more
34
Median household income
$39,807
Mean household income
$54,692
Percentage of people whose income in the past 12 months is below the poverty level
12.8%
Income
* Based on 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year estimates

Public schools in 18705

Name & AddressPhone# of studentsFree lunchPupils per teacher
Daniel J Flood El Sch
565 N Washington St		(570) 826-724553039014.1
Solomon/plains El Sch
41 Abbott St		(570) 826-722284925315.5
Solomon/plains Jhs
43 Abbott St		(570) 826-722454020515.6
Wilkes-barre Avts
Jumper Rd Plains Twp
(Vocational School)		(570) 822-413192536429.6
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Public libraries around Wilkes-Barre, PA

NameAddress
Hoyt Library
284 Wyoming Ave
Kingston, PA 18704
Marian Sutherland Kirby Lib
35 Kirby Avenue
Mountaintop, PA 18707
Osterhout Free Library
71 South Franklin St
Wilkes-barre, PA 18701
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Universities and Colleges around 18705

NameAddressPhone
King's College - Student GovernmentNorth River
Wilkes Barre, PA 18701		(570) 208-5991
King's College
North River Street
Wilkes Barre, PA 18701		(570) 826-5900
Black & Blue Inc436 South Mountain Boulevard
Mountain Top, PA 18707		(570) 408-2068
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Hospitals and Medical Centers around 18705

NameAddressPhone# of beds
Clear Brook ManorRd 10 East Northampton Street
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702		(570) 823-117150
First Hospital Wyoming Valley149 Dana Street
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702		(570) 552-390096
Geisinger Wyoming Vly Med Ctr
1000 East Mountain Drive
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711		(570) 826-7300111
John Heinz Institute Of Rehab
150 Mundy Street
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702		(570) 826-3800112
Mercy Hospital Of Wilkes-Barre
25 Church Street
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18765		(570) 826-3100187
Veterans Affairs Medical Ctr
1111 East End Boulevard
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711		(570) 824-3521281
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Restaurants, dining rooms and coffee shops in 18705

Restaurant nameAddressCuisinePhone
Charlie Browns Restaurant31 South River St
Wilkes Barre, PA 18705		American, Italian570-822-3332
Parson's Family Restaurant13 Woodward St
Wilkes Barre, PA 18705		American570-829-3246
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Crime Rates in Wilkes-Barre, PA

Crime rates in Wilkes-Barre, PA:

Total
1,876
Violent Crime
193
Murder & Manslaughter
3
Forcible Rape
19
Robbery
110
Aggravated Assault
61
Property Crime
1,683
Burglary
373
Larceny & Theft
1,194
Motor Vehicle Theft
116
Arson
13
Wilkes-Barre, PA

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