Scranton

Scranton, Pennsylvania Overview

Scranton earns an overall grade of C+ with a composite score of 49.8 out of 100, ranking #640 of 20 cities in Pennsylvania. The city's strongest category is Affordability (78/100) while its biggest challenge is Fiscal Health (18/100).

Income & Employment in Scranton

The median household income in Scranton is $41,601 according to Census ACS data. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. The city's population has remained stable.

Safety in Scranton

Scranton has a violent crime rate of 311.8 per 100,000 residents. The property crime rate is 1437.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Scranton

Scranton has a cost of living index of 93 (where 100 equals the national average), which is well below the national average. The median home value is $141,700. Median monthly rent is $991. Overall, Scranton offers below-average costs relative to the rest of the country.

Education & Schools in Scranton

Scranton has 16 public schools serving 9,531 students. The high school graduation rate is 86%, a solid rate. The student-teacher ratio is 14.1:1, indicating smaller class sizes. The district spends $17,195 per student. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Scranton

Scranton has an annual average temperature of 55.2°F. Summers average 72.3°F. Winters average 39.9°F. The city receives approximately 52.7 inches of precipitation per year.

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