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Wilkes Barre, PA 18705 Multi-family Properties For Sale
The median home value in Wilkes Barre, PA 18705 is $136,400. This is lower than the county median home value of $167,000. The national median home value is $338,100. The average price of homes sold in Wilkes Barre, PA 18705 is $136,400. Approximately 55.83% of Wilkes Barre, PA 18705 homes are owned, compared to 30.56% rented, while 13.61% are vacant. Wilkes Barre, PA 18705 real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale. Commercial properties are also available. If you see a property you're interested in, contact a Wilkes Barre, PA 18705 real estate agent to arrange a tour today!
Learn More About Wilkes Barre, PA 18705 Real EstateStatistics & facts
14,395
Population
$136K
Medium Home Value
6,442
# of Households
13.61%
Housing Vacancy
35.49%
Future Job Growth
4.10%
Unemployment Rate
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Population
Wilkes Barre, PA 18705 has a population of approximately 14,395 and experiences a population change rate of -7.04%. The population density is 2,637.4 / sq mi.
Household
The median household income for Wilkes Barre, PA 18705 is $54,891, with 6,442 households and an average household size of 2.38.
Cost of Living
The cost of living index in Wilkes Barre, PA 18705 is 78.1%.
Home Value
The median value of a home in Wilkes Barre, PA 18705 is $136,400 with an appreciation rate of 17.7%. 55.8% of housing in the zip code is owned while 30.6% is rented.
Employment
The unemployment rate in Wilkes Barre, PA 18705 is 4.10%, and recent job growth is at 0.91%. Future job growth is projected at 35.49%.
Taxes
The sales tax rate in Wilkes Barre, PA 18705 is 6.00%, while the income tax rate is 3.07%.
Education
School expenditures in Wilkes Barre, PA 18705 are $17,203, and the school ratio is 15.8:1.
Weather
The average high temperature in July is 83.8 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 16.8 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 41.4 inches per year, with 37 inches of snow per year.
Education near Wilkes Barre PA, 18705
| Metric | City | County |
|---|---|---|
| High School Graduates | 85.48 | 90.22 |
| College Degree - 2 year | 9.47 | 10.59 |
| College Degree - 4 year | 18.58 | 24.02 |
| Graduate Degree | 4.44 | 6.73 |
| Expenditures per Student | $17,203 | $17,203 |
| Students per Teacher | 15.80 | 15.80 |
Elementary Schools near Wilkes Barre PA , 18705
| School | Grades | Students | P/T Ratio | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel J Flood Elementary School | KG - 06 | 611 | 14.8 | 18705 |
| Dodson Elementary School | KG - 06 | 538 | 15.8 | 18702 |
| Dr David W Kistler Elementary School | KG - 06 | 915 | 15.1 | 18702 |
| Heights/Murray Elementary School | KG - 06 | 771 | 14.7 | 18702 |
| Solomon/Plains Elementary School | KG - 06 | 880 | 15 | 18705 |
Middle Schools near Wilkes Barre PA , 18705
| School | Grades | Students | P/T Ratio | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solomon/Plains Junior High School | 07 - 08 | 473 | 12.1 | 18705 |
High Schools near Wilkes Barre PA , 18705
| School | Grades | Students | P/T Ratio | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmer L Meyers Junior/Senior High School | 07 - 12 | 895 | 12.2 | 18702 |
| G A R Memorial Junior/Senior High School | 07 - 12 | 850 | 12.7 | 18702 |
| James M Coughlin Junior/Senior High School | 09 - 12 | 955 | 14.6 | 18701 |
