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Luzerne County
City in Pennsylvania, United States
Overview
Luzerne County, set in Northeastern Pennsylvania, is a blend of urban centers, leafy suburbs, and scenic countryside. Anchored by the historic city of Wilkes-Barre on the banks of the Susquehanna River, the county offers a rich tapestry of culture, outdoor adventure, and local charm.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Pennsylvania
Population
325,594
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
41.18°, -75.99°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,515
Local Cost
$1,520
Local Income
$3,400
Cashless
80
English
100
Temperature
9.5°C
Summer Avg
21.2°C
Winter Avg
-2.7°C
Record High
39.5°C
Record Low
-25.3°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
1184 mm
City Vibrancy
5
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
2
Parks
2
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
WBW
Distance
18 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 82/100.
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