Hazleton

PA

Luzerne County, Pennsylvania

Population 328K |Median income $63,691 |4 hospitals

Population
327,675
Luzerne County
Median Income
$63,691
-6% vs avg
Median Home Value
$174,100
-24% vs avg
Median Age
42
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
328K+2%
Median Income
$63,691+43%
Median Home Value
$174,100+44%
Poverty Rate
15.3%-2%
Unemployment
5.8%-31%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,004/mo
Poverty Rate
15.3% +8% vs avg
Unemployment 5.8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 25.3%
Work From Home 10.9%
Public Transit 0.7%

Population

White 75.8%
African American 5%
Asian 1.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 0.7%

Health Profile 2 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
38.8%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 62.5%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
1
★★★
0
★★
0
2
Average Rating
2.8/5
Total Hospitals
4
With ER
4
WILKES BARRE VA MEDICAL CENTER
WILKES-BARRE · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★★★
GEISINGER WYOMING VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER
WILKES BARRE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
WILKES-BARRE GENERAL HOSPITAL
WILKES-BARRE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆
LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL - HAZLETON
HAZLETON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Hazleton Area 6

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Hazleton, PA?
Hazleton, PA has a population of 327,675 people, located in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania.
What is the median household income in Hazleton?
The median household income in Hazleton, PA is $63,691 per year. The poverty rate is 15.3%.
What is the median home value in Hazleton?
The median home value in Hazleton, PA is $174,100. Median rent is $1,004/month.
What are the top health concerns in Hazleton?
The top health indicators in Hazleton include Short Sleep Duration (38.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Hazleton?
Hazleton has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 2.8/5 stars. 4 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Hazleton?
The median age in Hazleton, PA is 42 years. 25.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Hazleton, PA is located in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. With a population of 328K and a median household income of $63,691, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 2.8/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Hazleton area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Luzerne County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.