Scranton, Pennsylvania
Scranton: The third most populous city in Pennsylvania.
About
Scranton is a city located in the county of Lackawanna in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 76,089 and a population density of 1,150 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 76,532 inhabitants.
The city was created 170 years ago in 1856.
Quick Facts about Scranton
| Population | 76,532 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Lackawanna County |
| Phone Area Codes | 610 |
| Area | 66.14 km2 |
| Official name | Scranton |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.4092,-75.6649 |
| Altitude | 745 feet / 227 meters |
| Capital city | Scranton is capital of Lackawanna County |
| Establishment | February 14, 1856 (170 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 20:29:21 (22nd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 18503 |
| Density | 1,157 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 0.58% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 64℉ Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Scranton is located at 41°24'33"N 75°39'54"W (41.4091600, -75.6649000).
Scranton map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers before 8am. Partly sunny, with a high near 64. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Scranton increased by 0.58% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 76,089 | - | census |
| 2011 | 75,926 | -0.21% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 76,024 | 0.13% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 75,831 | -0.25% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 75,443 | -0.51% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 77,149 | 2.21% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 77,235 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 77,214 | -0.03% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 77,017 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 76,653 | -0.47% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 76,532 | -0.16% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Scranton
1Nay Aug Park
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2Steamtown National Historic Site
350 Cliff St, Scranton, PA 18503, United States View details
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3McDade Park
1 Bald Mountain Rd, Scranton, PA 18507, United States View details
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4DEFY Scranton
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5Idle Hours North
2008 Scranton Carbondale Hwy, Scranton, PA 18508, United States View details
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Where to Eat in Scranton
1Krispy Kreme
511 Moosic St, Scranton, PA 18505, United States View details
Phone: +15703434608 | Website available
2Denny's
410 Scranton Carbondale Hwy, Scranton, PA 18508, United States View details
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3Waffle House
708 Davis St, Scranton, PA 18505, United States View details
Phone: +15703422214 | Website available
4Buffalo Wild Wings
100 Viewmont Mall, Scranton, PA 18508, United States View details
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5Burger King
600 Luzerne St, Scranton, PA 18504, United States View details
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Where to Stay in Scranton
1Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton
700 Lackawanna Ave, Scranton, PA 18503, United States View details
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People born in Scranton (200)
People born in Scranton, including businessman Teddy Mayer, writer Lauren Weisberger, developmental psychologist Howard Gardner, .
More notable people
- Jane Jacobs (American–Canadian journalist, author on urbanism and activist (1916-2006)) she was born in 04/05/1916
- Lizabeth Scott (American actress and singer) she was born in 29/09/1922
- Adam Rippon (American figure skater) he was born in 11/11/1989
- Lewis B. Stillwell (American engineer) he was born in 12/03/1863
- Melanie Smith (American actress) she was born in 16/12/1962
- Sonny Burke (American musical arranger, composer, big band leader and producer (1914-1980)) he was born in 22/03/1914
- Mike Munchak (American football player and coach) he was born in 05/03/1960
- Gershon Legman (American journalist) he was born in 02/11/1917
- Frank Carlucci (American politician (1930-2018)) he was born in 18/10/1930
- Gerald Patrick O'Hara (Roman Catholic archbishop) he was born in 04/05/1895
- R. Duncan Luce (American mathematical psychologist (1925–2012)) he was born in 16/05/1925
- Greg Sherman (American ice hockey executive) he was born in 30/03/1970
- Charles David Keeling (American scientist (1928-2005)) he was born in 20/04/1928
- William Kotzwinkle (American novelist, short story writer, children's writer, screenwriter) he was born in 22/11/1938
- Cy Endfield (American screenwriter and director) he was born in 10/11/1914
- Nelson S. Bond (American writer) he was born in 23/11/1908
- Robert Reich (American political economist) he was born in 24/06/1946
- Bob Casey Jr. (United States Senator from Pennsylvania) he was born in 13/04/1960
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Scranton, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 456542 | Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine | Scranton (PA) | 18509 |
| 385503 | Fortis Institute-Scranton | Scranton (PA) | 18509-2903 |
| 215929 | University of Scranton | Scranton (PA) | 18510-4699 |
| 213376 | Lackawanna College | Scranton (PA) | 18509-3206 |
| 217040 | Yeshivath Beth Moshe | Scranton (PA) | 18505-2196 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Scranton, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SRN | Scranton, PA | 23 Lackawanna Avenue | BUS |
| WKB | Wilkes-Barre, PA | 47 South Washington Street | BUS |
| WHV | White Haven, PA | I-476, Exit 95/I-80, Exit 277, at Hwy 940 | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Scranton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Scranton Post Office | Scranton (PA) | 18503 |
| Steamtown Post Office | Scranton (PA) | 18503 |
| West Scranton Post Office | Scranton (PA) | 18504 |
| Dunmor Post Office | Dunmore (PA) | 18512 |
| North Scranton Post Office | Scranton (PA) | 18508 |
Other places with the same name (5)
- Scranton, South Carolina city in Florence County, South Carolina, United States of America with a population of 831 people.
- Scranton, Kansas city in Osage County, Kansas, United States with a population of 671 people.
- Scranton, Iowa township in Greene County, Iowa with a population of 514 people.
- Scranton, Arkansas city in Arkansas, USA with a population of 233 people.
- Scranton, North Dakota city in Bowman County, North Dakota, United States with a population of 70 people.
Other cities in Lackawanna County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lackawanna County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Dunmore | 12,836 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Old Forge | 8,048 | City in New York, United States of America |
| Archbald | 7,055 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Blakely | 6,174 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Moosic | 5,813 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Dickson City | 5,731 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Olyphant | 5,007 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Clarks Summit | 4,843 | City in Pennsylvania, United States of America |
| Jessup | 4,372 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Throop | 3,887 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Spring Brook | 2,691 | Human settlement in United States of America |
| Jermyn | 2,037 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Moscow | 2,026 | Borough in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Mount Cobb | 1,799 | Census designated place |
| Lehigh | 1,783 | Township in Pennsylvania, United States |
| Mayfield | 1,685 | Borough in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania |
Distance to Other Cities
Scranton distances to largest Pennsylvania cities