Where is Scranton Located? - Scranton is a city located in the Lackawanna County of Pennsylvania, United States. Scranton lies between 39.3600586 Degrees North latitudes and 84.309939 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Scranton Located?
Scranton is a city located in the Lackawanna County of Pennsylvania, United States. Scranton lies between 39.3600586 Degrees North latitudes and 84.309939 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Scranton city is 76328 people and the city has a total area of 25.31 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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Scranton, Pennsylvania Quick Facts
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| City | Scranton |
| County | Lackawanna County |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| State Capital | Harrisburg |
| US Region | Northeastern United States |
| Latitude | 41.409° N |
| Longitude | 75.662° W |
| Elevation | 745 ft (227 m) |
| Land Area (sq mi) | 25.3 |
| Water Area (sq mi) | 0.2 |
| Total Area (sq mi) | 25.5 |
| Population (2020 Census) | 76,328 |
| Population Density (per sq mi) | 3,017 per sq mi |
| ZIP Codes | 18501, 18502, 18503, 18504, 18505, 18507, 18508, 18509, 18510, 18512, 18515, 18517, 18518, 18519, 18540, 18577 |
| 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 | 4269000 |
| Congressional District | 8th Congressional District |
Transportation and Connectivity in Scranton
| Transportation Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Airport Name | Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport |
| IATA Code | AVP |
| Port | None |
| Major Highways | Interstate 81, Interstate 84, Interstate 380, U.S. Route 6, Pennsylvania Route 307, Pennsylvania Route 347 |
| Train/Amtrak Service | No Amtrak passenger rail station is currently located in Scranton; Steamtown National Historic Site provides historic rail experiences. |
| Local Bus/Transit Service | County of Lackawanna Transit System (COLTS) provides local and regional bus service. |
- Interstate 81 runs north-south through Scranton and connects the city with Binghamton, Wilkes-Barre, and Harrisburg.
- Interstate 84 runs east-west near Scranton and connects the area with the Pocono Mountains and the New York metropolitan region.
- Interstate 380 connects Scranton with the Pocono Mountains and Interstate 80.
- U.S. Route 6 provides an east-west route across northeastern Pennsylvania toward New York.
- Pennsylvania Route 307 connects Scranton with Clarks Summit and communities in the Lackawanna Valley.
- Pennsylvania Route 347 provides a north-south connection between Scranton and surrounding communities.
Top Places to Visit in Scranton, Pennsylvania
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Steamtown National Historic Site | National Historic Site |
| Nay Aug Park | Park |
| Everhart Museum of Natural History, Science and Art | Museum |
| Electric City Trolley Museum | Museum |
| Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour | Historic Site |
| Pennsylvania Anthracite Heritage Museum | Museum |
| Scranton Iron Furnaces | Historic Site |
| Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple | Cultural Center |
| Lackawanna Historical Society and Catlin House | Historic Site |
| McDade Park | Park |
Driving Distances from Scranton, Pennsylvania to Nearby Cities
| City | State | Distance (mi) | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilkes-Barre | Pennsylvania | 20 | 30 min |
| Carbondale | Pennsylvania | 18 | 30 min |
| Hazleton | Pennsylvania | 45 | 50 min |
| Stroudsburg | Pennsylvania | 50 | 55 min |
| Allentown | Pennsylvania | 65 | 1 hr 15 min |
| Binghamton | New York | 61 | 1 hr 5 min |
| Reading | Pennsylvania | 90 | 1 hr 35 min |
| Harrisburg | Pennsylvania | 125 | 2 hr |
| New York City | New York | 125 | 2 hr 15 min |
| Philadelphia | Pennsylvania | 125 | 2 hr 15 min |
Colleges and Universities in Scranton, Pennsylvania
| Institution Name | Type | Level | Notable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Scranton | Private | University | Jesuit liberal arts education |
| Lackawanna College | Private | Community College | Career-focused degree and certificate programs |
| Marywood University | Private | University | Arts, education, health sciences, and business |
| Geisinger School of Nursing | Private | University | Nursing and health education |
| Johnson College | Private | Community College | Technical and career education |
Waterbodies in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Lackawanna River, Roaring Brook, Lake Scranton, Nay Aug Gorge
Golf Courses in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Scranton Municipal Golf Course, Country Club of Scranton, Pine Hills Country Club, Elmhurst Country Club, Glenmaura National Golf Club
Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Scranton, Pennsylvania
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Steamtown National Historic Site | National Historic Site |
| Nay Aug Park | Park |
| Everhart Museum | Museum |
| Electric City Trolley Museum | Museum |
| Pennsylvania Anthracite Heritage Museum | Museum |
| Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour | Historic Site |
| Scranton Iron Furnaces | Historic Site |
| Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple | Cultural Center |
| Catlin House | Historic House |
| Lake Scranton | Natural Attraction |
Waterbodies in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Lackawanna River, Roaring Brook, Lake Scranton, Nay Aug Gorge
Golf Courses in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Scranton Municipal Golf Course, Country Club of Scranton, Pine Hills Country Club, Elmhurst Country Club, Glenmaura National Golf Club
Scranton, Pennsylvania — Key Historical Facts
- Scranton was incorporated as a borough in 1850 and later became a city in 1866.
- The city grew rapidly during the 19th century through the coal mining, iron, and railroad industries.
- Scranton became an important railroad center because of the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad and other regional rail lines.
- The city became known as the Electric City after adopting an electric streetcar system in the late 19th century.
- Steamtown National Historic Site preserves part of Scranton's railroad heritage and interprets the history of steam railroading in the United States.
References
- City of Scranton Official Website
- Lackawanna County Government
- U.S. Census Bureau
- Steamtown National Historic Site — National Park Service
- The University of Scranton
- Lackawanna College
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