Where is Hazleton Located? - Hazleton is a city located in the Luzerne County of Pennsylvania, United States. Hazleton lies between 46.8771863 Degrees North latitudes and 96.7898034 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Hazleton Located?
Hazleton is a city located in the Luzerne County of Pennsylvania, United States. Hazleton lies between 46.8771863 Degrees North latitudes and 96.7898034 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Hazleton city is 29963 people and the city has a total area of 6.01 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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Hazleton, Pennsylvania Quick Facts
| Property | Information |
|---|---|
| City | Hazleton |
| County | Luzerne County |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| State Capital | Harrisburg |
| US Region | Northeastern United States |
| Latitude | 40.9584° N |
| Longitude | 75.9746° W |
| Elevation | 1,604 ft (489 m) |
| Land Area | 6.00 sq mi |
| Water Area | 0.04 sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.04 sq mi |
| Population (latest Census year) | 29,963 (2020 Census) |
| Population Density (per sq mi) | 4,994 |
| ZIP Codes | 18201, 18202 |
| Area Code | 570, 272 |
| Time Zone Standard | Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5) |
| Time Zone Daylight | Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4) |
| Currency | United States Dollar (USD) |
| FIPS Code | 42-33408 |
| Congressional District | Pennsylvania's 9th Congressional District |
Transportation and Connectivity in Hazleton, Pennsylvania
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Airport Name | Hazleton Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | HZL |
| Port | Not Applicable |
| Major Highways | Interstate 81, Interstate 80 (nearby), Pennsylvania Route 309, Pennsylvania Route 93, Pennsylvania Route 924 |
| Train/Amtrak Service | No passenger rail service; nearest Amtrak station is in Harrisburg |
| Local Bus/Transit Service | Hazleton Public Transit and Luzerne County Transportation Authority (LCTA) |
- Interstate 81 - Major north-south interstate connecting Hazleton with Scranton, Harrisburg and Virginia.
- Interstate 80 - Major east-west interstate located just south of the city, providing access across Pennsylvania and the United States.
- Pennsylvania Route 309 - Regional highway connecting Hazleton with Wilkes-Barre, Tamaqua and Allentown.
- Pennsylvania Route 93 - Connects Hazleton with Berwick and nearby communities in northeastern Pennsylvania.
- Pennsylvania Route 924 - Provides access to industrial parks, residential neighborhoods and Interstate 81.
Top Places to Visit in Hazleton, Pennsylvania
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Eckley Miners' Village | Historic Site |
| Hazle Township Community Park | Park |
| Greater Hazleton Historical Society Museum | Museum |
| Penn State Hazleton | University Campus |
| Valmont Industrial Park | Industrial Landmark |
| Laurel Mall | Shopping Center |
| Whispering Willows Park | Park |
| Lehigh Gorge State Park | State Park |
| Church Hill Mall | Shopping Center |
| Hazleton Art League Gallery | Art Gallery |
Driving Distances from Hazleton, Pennsylvania to Nearby Cities
| City | State | Distance (mi) | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Hazleton | Pennsylvania | 2 | 5 min |
| Freeland | Pennsylvania | 8 | 12 min |
| Tamaqua | Pennsylvania | 18 | 25 min |
| Berwick | Pennsylvania | 24 | 30 min |
| Wilkes-Barre | Pennsylvania | 26 | 30 min |
| Bloomsburg | Pennsylvania | 30 | 35 min |
| Pottsville | Pennsylvania | 33 | 40 min |
| Scranton | Pennsylvania | 45 | 50 min |
| Allentown | Pennsylvania | 54 | 1 hr |
| Harrisburg | Pennsylvania | 80 | 1 hr 30 min |
Colleges and Universities in Hazleton, Pennsylvania
| Institution Name | Type | Level | Notable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penn State Hazleton | Public | University | Penn State undergraduate programs |
| Luzerne County Community College – Hazleton Center | Public | Community College | Career training and transfer education |
| Lackawanna College – Hazleton Center | Private | College | Adult and continuing education |
| McCann School of Business & Technology | Private | Technical College | Healthcare and technical programs |
| Hazleton Area School District | Public | K–12 District | Primary and secondary public education |
Waterbodies in Hazleton, Pennsylvania
Nescopeck Creek, Black Creek, Little Nescopeck Creek, Lehigh River, Susquehanna River, Lake Irena, Crystal Lake, Harwood Dam.
Golf Courses in Hazleton, Pennsylvania
Edgewood in the Pines Golf Course, Sand Springs Country Club, Sugarloaf Golf Club, Mountain Valley Golf Course, Blue Ridge Trail Golf Club, Eagle Rock Resort Golf Course.
Hazleton, Pennsylvania — Key Historical Facts
- Hazleton was founded in 1856 as anthracite coal mining expanded across northeastern Pennsylvania, quickly becoming a thriving mining community.
- The city attracted thousands of immigrants from Europe during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, creating a rich multicultural heritage.
- Hazleton became nationally known following the 1897 Lattimer Massacre, a significant event in American labor history involving striking immigrant coal miners.
- As coal production declined during the twentieth century, the city's economy diversified into manufacturing, distribution, healthcare, and education.
- Today, Hazleton serves as an important commercial and logistics hub for northeastern Pennsylvania, supported by its strategic location near Interstates 80 and 81.
References
- City of Hazleton
- U.S. Census Bureau
- Penn State Hazleton
- Visit Pennsylvania
- Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
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