Shickshinny, Pennsylvania
Shickshinny: borough in western Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
About
Shickshinny is a city located in the county of Luzerne in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 838 and a population density of 1,676 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 807 inhabitants.
The city was created 165 years ago in 1860.
Quick Facts about Shickshinny
| Population | 807 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Luzerne County |
| Postal code | 18655 |
| Phone Area Codes | 570 |
| Area | 0.5 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.1531,-76.1502 |
| Named for | Shickshinny Creek |
| Altitude | 512 feet / 156 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1861 (165 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone, UTC−04:00 |
| Local time | 20:25:02 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 1,614 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -3.84% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 76℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Shickshinny is located at 41°9'11"N 76°9'1"W (41.1531400, -76.1502100).
Shickshinny map
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 76. Southeast wind 2 to 7 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Shickshinny decreased by 3.84% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 959 | - | census |
| 2010 | 838 | -14.44% | census |
| 2011 | 829 | -1.09% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 827 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 822 | -0.61% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 819 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 820 | 0.12% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 817 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 817 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 816 | -0.12% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 813 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 807 | -0.74% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Shickshinny, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 213659 | Luzerne County Community College | Nanticoke (PA) | 18634-3899 |
Nearby Transit Stations (6)
Rail and bus stations connected to Shickshinny, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| SRN | Scranton, PA | 23 Lackawanna Avenue | BUS |
| HAR | Harrisburg Transportation Center | 4th and Chestnut Streets | RAIL |
| MID | Middletown | Union Street and Mill Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Shickshinny.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Shickshinny Post Office | Shickshinny (PA) | 18655 |
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 |