Wilkes-Barre city, PA — Population & Demographics
Wilkes-Barre city, PA has a population of 44,217. The median household income is $47,970 and the median age is 35.3.
44,217
Population
$47,970
Median Income
$108,000
Median Home Value
35.3
Median Age
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 55.4% |
| Black or African American | 13.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.3% |
Economy & Income
$47,970
Median Household Income
$25,581
Per Capita Income
17.4%
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$108,000
Median Home Value
$939
Median Rent
48.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
85.0%
High School+
19.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.3%
Drive Alone
7.4%
Work From Home
20.0 min
Avg Commute
Frequently Asked Questions
Wilkes-Barre city, PA has a population of 44,217 according to Census ACS 2023 data.
The median household income in Wilkes-Barre city, PA is $47,970, with 17.4% living below the poverty level.
The median home value in Wilkes-Barre city, PA is $108,000, with median rent at $939.
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.