| ZIP Code | 18705 |
|---|---|
| City | Wilkes Barre |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Luzerne County |
| Area Code | 272/570 |
| Elevation | 597 ft |
| Latitude | 41.271848 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.842772 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42079 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.9 yrs ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 18.8% ▲ 88% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 24% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 161 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,541 (34.8%) |
| Some College | 1,132 (11.1%) |
| Associates | 1,206 (11.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,626 (16%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,519 (24.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,293 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $122,800 ▼ 56% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,006/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,268 |
| Vacant Units | 1,030 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,268 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,030 |
| Owner Occupied | 63.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 36.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
ZIP code 18705 is located in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, within Luzerne County. With a population of 15,595, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.9 years. Economically, 18705 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,293 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 18705 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $122,800 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,006 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 63.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 18705 is majority White (67.71%). Residents are well-educated — 40.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.8%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 18705 stands at 6.1%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 18705 in Wilkes Barre, PA is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 15,595 residents, a median household income of $61,293, and a median home value of $122,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.