Laflin, Pennsylvania
Laflin: borough in northeastern Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
About
Laflin is a city located in the county of Luzerne in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,487 and a population density of 1,101 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,435 inhabitants.
The city was created 137 years ago in 1888.
Quick Facts about Laflin
| Population | 1,435 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Luzerne County |
| Postal code | 18702 |
| Phone Area Codes | 570 |
| Area | 1.35 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.2890,-75.8055 |
| Altitude | 728 feet / 222 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1889 (137 years ago) |
| Time Zone | UTC−04:00, Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 20:24:39 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 1,063 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -3.62% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 74℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Laflin is located at 41°17'20"N 75°48'20"W (41.2889700, -75.8054700).
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. South wind 8 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Laflin decreased by 3.62% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 1,502 | - | census |
| 2010 | 1,487 | -1.01% | census |
| 2011 | 1,463 | -1.64% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,462 | -0.07% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,451 | -0.76% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,449 | -0.14% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,443 | -0.42% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,440 | -0.21% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,442 | 0.14% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,440 | -0.14% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,438 | -0.14% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,435 | -0.21% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Laflin, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 365383 | Wilkes-Barre Area Career and Technical Center Practical Nursing | Wilkes Barre (PA) | 18705-0699 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Laflin, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WKB | Wilkes-Barre, PA | 47 South Washington Street | BUS |
| SRN | Scranton, PA | 23 Lackawanna Avenue | BUS |
| WHV | White Haven, PA | I-476, Exit 95/I-80, Exit 277, at Hwy 940 | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Laflin.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming Post Office | Wyoming (PA) | 18644 |
Other cities in Luzerne County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Luzerne County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Back Mountain | 26,973 | Unincorporated community |
| Hazleton | 24,809 | City in southern Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
| Kingston | 12,787 | Borough in central Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
| Nanticoke | 10,278 | City in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Plains | 9,657 | Township in eastern Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
| Cranberry | 6,218 | Township in Butler County, Pennsylvania |
| Plymouth | 5,752 | Borough in northeastern Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
| Exeter | 5,519 | Borough in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Swoyersville | 5,010 | Borough in northeastern Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
| Duryea | 4,910 | Borough in northeastern Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
| West Pittston | 4,745 | Borough in northeastern Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
| Edwardsville | 4,738 | Borough in central Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
| Larksville | 4,395 | Borough in central Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
| West Hazleton | 4,318 | Borough in southwestern Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
| Forty Fort | 4,025 | Borough in northeastern Luzerne, County, Pennsylvania |
| Freeland | 3,413 | Borough in southern Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
Distance to Other Cities
Laflin distances to largest Pennsylvania cities