Nanticoke, Luzerne, PA Public Records & Statistics
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Nanticoke is a city of approximately 10,628 residents in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, characterized by a predominantly White (91%) and aging population (median age 41) with a growing Hispanic/Latino community (7.1%). The city has a moderate cost of living with a 65% homeownership rate and median home values around $110,000, served by the Greater Nanticoke Area School District with an 87% graduation rate, though only 13.5% of adults hold bachelor's degrees. Healthcare access is moderate with 89% insurance coverage, and residents rely heavily on personal vehicles (85% drive alone to work) with minimal public transit usage, commuting primarily to nearby Wilkes-Barre and industrial parks.
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Pennsylvania Nanticoke Nanticoke City Healthcare Nanticoke, in Luzerne County, PA, is served primarily by Lehigh Valley Hospital–Hazleton (8 miles away) and the Geisinger ConvenientCare Nanticoke clinic. Healthcare access is moderate, with 89% of Luzerne County residents insured. The area’s patient population is predominantly white (91%), with a median age of 38. Common health issues include heart disease, diabetes (9% prevalence), and asthma. The city has several primary care providers and specialists within 10 miles. Approximately 10% of residents are uninsured, while Medicare and Medicaid serve 37% of the population. Nanticoke City Housing Nanticoke, Luzerne County, PA, has a homeownership rate of about 65%, with median home values around $110,000 as of 2023. Rental units comprise 35% of the housing, with median rent approximately $850/month. The market has seen modest annual value increases of 4–6%. Housing types include primarily single-family homes and duplexes, with some apartments. Popular neighborhoods include Honey Pot and Glen Lyon. Property taxes average 1.7% of home value, per Luzerne County rates. The area is known for affordability and a mix of historic and newer homes. Nanticoke City Demographics Nanticoke city, Luzerne County, PA, had a 2020 population of approximately 10,628. The median age is about 41 years. Females comprise 52.1% and males 47.9% of the population. Racially, 91% are White, 2.5% African American, 1.6% Asian, and 4.2% identify as two or more races; Hispanic or Latino residents make up 7.1%. This demographic reflects a predominantly White, slightly older community with a growing Hispanic/Latino presence. Education in Nanticoke City Nanticoke, Luzerne, PA is served by the Greater Nanticoke Area School District, featuring one high school (Greater Nanticoke Area High School) and several elementary/middle schools. The district enrolls approximately 2,500 students, with an average graduation rate of 87%. Only 13.5% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The high school’s average proficiency scores are 51% in reading and 39% in math. LCCC (Luzerne County Community College) offers local adult education. School safety initiatives include anti-bullying programs, and educational offerings include AP classes and vocational tracks. Transportation in Nanticoke City Nanticoke, Luzerne County, PA, relies primarily on personal vehicles for transportation, with about 85% of residents driving alone to work and a mean commute time of approximately 22 minutes. Public transit use is limited, with less than 1% utilizing the Luzerne County Transportation Authority bus service. Most households (over 90%) possess at least one vehicle. Major commuting destinations include Wilkes-Barre and nearby industrial parks, such as Hanover Industrial Estates. The city’s transportation infrastructure features accessible roadways like Routes 29 and 11, but limited transit options reinforce high vehicle ownership and low public transit usage. Popular names Steven Barnes Richard Jones Barry Lore Brittany Dougherty Carl Smith Eric Labar Erin Rakowski Fred Miller Helen Danowski Holly Jones Jason Stahl Jessica Novack Karen Rose Linda Smith Michael Jones Michael Smith Michael Williams Robert Smith Robert Vietz Alan James Albert Zaborney Alexis Gleco Amy Trathen Ann Maslowski Breanna Taylor Brianne Dougherty Bryan Fullerton Carol Grabinski Carol Jaskulski Chantel Felch Table of Contents Nanticoke City Healthcare Nanticoke City Housing Nanticoke City Demographics Education in Nanticoke City Transportation in Nanticoke City Other Cities in Pennsylvania Ackermanville Adamsville Albrightsville Aliquippa Allenport Allensville Allentown Allenwood Allison Allison Park Allport Altoona Alverda Annville Ardmore Aristes Arnot Aspers Atlantic Atlasburg Audubon Avella Bainbridge Bairdford Bakerstown Bala Cynwyd Beaver Falls Beaver Springs Beaverdale Beavertown Belleville Berwyn Bethel Bethlehem Bigler Black Lick Blanchard Blandburg Blandon Bloomsburg Blue Ball Blue Bell Blue Ridge Summit Boalsburg Bobtown Boiling Springs Bowers Bowmansville Bradenville Bradford Branchdale Brave Breinigsville Brodheadsville Broomall Brownstown Bryn Mawr Bulger Butler Byrnedale Cairnbrook Calumet Campbelltown Carbondale Cashtown Castanea Chadds Ford Cherryville Chester Chinchilla Clairton Clarence Claysburg Clinton Coatesville Coburn Cochranville Columbus Colver Commodore Conestoga Connellsville Coral Corry Crabtree Crown Croydon Crucible Cumbola Curryville Curtisville Dalmatia Davidsville Defiance Delano Devon Dewart Dixonville Douglassville Drexel Hill Dunlo Duquesne East Earl East Freedom East Waterford Easton Effort Eighty Four Elkins Park Elrama Elysburg Emigsville Enola Erie Exton Fairhope Fairless Hills Fairview Farmington Farrell Fayetteville Flourtown Folsom Force Forestville Fort Loudon Fort Washington Franklin Fredericktown Friedens Friedensburg Gap Gardners Gastonville Gibsonia Gilbertsville Glen Lyon Glenmoore Glenshaw Glenside Goodville Gordonville Gouldsboro Granville Grapeville Grassflat Gray Greenock Greensburg Grindstone Guys Mills Harleigh Harleysville Harmonsburg Harrisburg Hartstown Harwick Hawk Run Hazleton Hegins Heilwood Hendersonville Hereford Herminie Hermitage Hershey Hickory Hiller Hopeland Hopwood Horsham Hostetter Hummels Wharf Hyde Hyde Park Idaville Imperial Intercourse Jamison Jeannette Jerome Joffre Johnstown Jonestown Julian Kelayres Kempton Kennerdell Kersey Kimberton King Of Prussia Kirkwood Klingerstown Kreamer Kulpsville Kylertown Lake Winola Lamar Lampeter Lancaster Landisville Langeloth Laurelton Laurys Station Lavelle Lawrence Lebanon Leeper Lemont Lemont Furnace Leola Levittown Lightstreet Lincoln University Lionville Lock Haven Locustdale Loyalhanna Madisonburg Mammoth Marienville Marion Martins Creek Mather Mattawana Maxatawny Maytown Mckeesport Meadville Merion Station Mertztown Mexico Middletown Midway Mifflinville Milford Square Mill Run Millerstown Millerton Millsboro Milroy Mingoville Mohrsville Monessen Monongahela Mont Clare Montandon Montgomeryville Morgantown Morrisdale Morrisville Moshannon Mount Aetna Mount Morris Mount Pleasant Mills Mountain Top Mountainhome Muir Muse Needmore Nemacolin New Bedford New Berlinville New Castle New Columbia New Freeport New Kensington New Kingstown New Salem New Tripoli Newburg Newmanstown Newtown North Bend Norvelt Nottingham Noxen Numidia Nuremberg Oley Oliver Oneida Oreland Orrtanna Orviston Paoli Paradise Parker Paxtonville Penns Creek Penryn Philadelphia Pine Grove Mills Pittsburgh Pittston Plainfield Plumsteadville Plymouth Meeting Pocono Pines Pomeroy Port Trevorton Pottsville Prospect Park Quentin Ravine Reading Reamstown Rebersburg Red Hill Reedsville Refton Rehrersburg Reinholds Republic Revloc Rew Rheems Riceville Richboro Richfield Riverside Robinson Rogersville Ronco Ronks Rossiter Roulette Rouzerville Russell Russellton Sadsburyville Salix Salona Sandy Ridge Saylorsburg Schaefferstown Schnecksville Scotland Scranton Seltzer Seneca Shamokin Sharon Shartlesville Shavertown Sheffield Sheppton Sidman Skippack Slatedale Slickville Slovan Smock Smoketown Snydertown Southview Spinnerstown Spring House Spring Mills Spring Mount Sproul Star Junction State Line Stevens Strausstown Sturgeon Summit Station Sunbury Taylorstown Temple Templeton Thorndale Tipton Titusville Toughkenamon Tresckow Trevorton Trexlertown Troxelville Tuscarora Tylersburg Uniontown Van Voorhis Villanova Virginville Vowinckel Warren Washington Washington Boro Waverly Wayne Webster Weedville West Alexander West Decatur West Milton West Pittsburg Westland Weston White Mills Wilcox Williamsport Willow Grove Willow Street Wind Ridge Winfield Witmer Woodlyn Woodward Woolrich Woxall Wyano Wyncote Yeagertown York Yukon
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