Living in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania

Lackawanna County is a county in Pennsylvania with a population of around 211,917, part of the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA MSA metro area. The main communities are Moscow, Old Forge, Lackawanna County, Olyphant.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,190/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $196K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.5%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 36°F) and cool summers (highs around 74°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Mountains are less than 1 hour away. The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Lackawanna County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a predominantly working-class population (28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.