Slocum, Pennsylvania
Slocum: township in central Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
About
Slocum is a township located in the county of Luzerne in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,115 and a population density of 111 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,087 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Slocum
| Population | 1,087 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Luzerne County |
| Area | 10.02 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.1320,-76.0458 |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 20:24:49 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 108 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.58% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 76℉ Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Slocum is located at 41°7'55"N 76°2'45"W (41.1320300, -76.0457600).
Slocum map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 76. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Slocum decreased by 2.58% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,115 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,119 | 0.36% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,118 | -0.09% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,111 | -0.63% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,108 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,101 | -0.64% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,101 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,101 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,100 | -0.09% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,095 | -0.46% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,087 | -0.74% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Slocum, 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 (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Slocum, 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 |
| MID | Middletown | Union Street and Mill Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Slocum.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Glen Lyon Post Office | Glen Lyon (PA) | 18617 |
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
Slocum distances to largest Pennsylvania cities