| ZIP Code | 18706 |
|---|---|
| City | Wilkes Barre |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Luzerne County |
| Area Code | 272/570 |
| Elevation | 676 ft |
| Latitude | 41.203289 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.914803 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42079 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.4 yrs ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 20.9% ▲ 109% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.7% ▼ 18% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 9% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 126 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,601 (35.5%) |
| Some College | 1,450 (14.3%) |
| Associates | 1,744 (17.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,070 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,142 (21.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,546 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $121,900 ▼ 56% below avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $883/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,675 |
| Vacant Units | 1,020 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,675 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,020 |
| Owner Occupied | 66.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 33.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 18706 is located in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, within Luzerne County. With a population of 16,318, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.4 years. Economically, 18706 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,546 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 18706 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $121,900 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $883 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 66.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 18706 is primarily White (75.50%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 20.9%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 18706 stands at 5.3%, which is near the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 18706 in Wilkes Barre, PA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,318 residents, a median household income of $57,546, and a median home value of $121,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.