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Avoca, PA

Pennsylvania · Lackawanna County · Scranton--Wilkes-Barre Metro

Avoca is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,523. Residents earn $68,103 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,523 Population 2,474/sq mi density
$68,103 Median Income $39,477 per capita
$166,600 Home Value $191,487 Zillow
$987 Median Rent 25.9% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
407 Violent Crime/100K 1,774 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$68,103 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$166,600 home value, $987/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
407 violent crimes/100K (7% above avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $68,103
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $166,600
41% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 407/100K
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $987
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

How Avoca Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,523
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density2,474/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,103
Per Capita$39,477
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$13,421M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$166,600
Rent$987
Ownership77.1%
Zillow$191,487
Housing Units1,268
Rent Burden25.9%

Crime

F
Violent407/100K
Property1,774/100K

Health

Obesity36.2%
Smoking26.9%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation703 ft (214 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+97.6%
Graduate+5.5%
School Score5.70

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute22 min
Broadband90.6%
EV Stations2
Libraries10

Is Avoca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Avoca receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Avoca offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Avoca is $68,103, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Avoca is $166,600, 41% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $987 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 407 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,774 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Avoca experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 45.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Avoca has a population of 2,523 with a density of 2,474 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.1% female and 52.9% male. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 1.2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.9% of residents. 5.4% of the population are veterans. 15.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 96.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,523
Total Population
2,474
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Avoca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Avoca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Avoca is $68,103, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,477. The average weekly wage is $1,033, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,565 business establishments, including 552 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 9.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Avoca vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,103
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,477
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$69,947
Gini Index0.456 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,565
County GDP$13,421M

Business (County)

Restaurants552
Healthcare776
Retail804
Manufacturing216

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,552
87% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Avoca is $166,600, 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $191,487, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 100.7% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $987 (15% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. 77.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,268 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $6,552 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$166,600
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$191,487
Median List Price$299,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$299,000
$/Sq Ft$108
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.7%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$987
15% below US avg
Rent Burden25.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.1%
Owner-Occupied77.1%
Renter-Occupied22.9%
Housing Units1,268
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,552
87% above US avg
Effective Rate3.93%
In Avoca, 36.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.9% of residents, above the national average. 31.9% have high blood pressure. 26.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 20.1% report binge drinking. 29.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 16.7% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,212. The dentist ratio is 1:1,239. 91.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Avoca vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.2%
Cancer6.5%
Kidney Disease3.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.9%
92% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Primary Care1:1,212
Dentists1:1,239
Mental Health1:325
Checkup Rate69.3%
Dental Visits58.4%
Premature Death9,256/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access91.7%
Healthcare Facilities776
Avoca has a violent crime rate of 407 per 100,000 residents, 7% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,774 per 100,000, 9% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 21 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Avoca receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Avoca vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent406.7/100K
7% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,774.5/100K
9% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Avoca experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. The area receives 45.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 703 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation703 ft (214 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density2,474/sq mi
Coordinates41.3382°N, 75.7422°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyLackawanna County County
Nearest AirportWilkes-Barre/Scranton International (AVP)
1 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.7"
2% above US avg
Snowfall 45.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.40"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0423 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)17.0 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.28 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)0.23 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.2 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score89.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability60.7 / 100
Community Resilience85.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively High
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Relatively Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

24 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Aug 5, 2025.

Apr 5, 2024 2024 Tewksbury, New Jersey Earthquake M4.8 109 km
Jan 16, 1994 2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.6 115 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.2 115 km
Apr 5, 2024 7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M3.7 110 km
Aug 26, 2003 4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey M3.1 97 km
Nov 14, 1997 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania M3.0 139 km
Feb 3, 2009 1 km ESE of Victory Gardens, New Jersey M3.0 114 km
Apr 27, 2024 7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M2.9 110 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M2.9 115 km
May 24, 2024 6 km E of Califon, New Jersey M2.9 108 km
Jun 10, 2025 10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania M2.8 81 km
Aug 5, 2025 1 km N of Hillsdale, New Jersey M2.8 147 km
May 10, 1993 1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania M2.8 113 km
Mar 11, 1995 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania M2.7 148 km
Jan 25, 2015 4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania M2.6 149 km
Apr 5, 2024 6 km ESE of Califon, New Jersey M2.6 109 km
Oct 28, 1996 2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania M2.6 124 km
Jan 18, 1994 3 km SE of Clay, Pennsylvania M2.6 134 km
Apr 10, 2024 5 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M2.6 111 km
May 1, 2024 1 km NW of Gladstone, New Jersey M2.6 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gloria (1985, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
1985 Gloria Category 1 221 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

232 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 3 fatalities, 100 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 2, 1998 EF3 41 km 2
May 31, 1998 EF3 88 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF3 96 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF3 54 km 0
May 2, 1983 EF3 99 km 0
Jul 26, 1981 EF3 65 km 0
Mar 21, 1976 EF3 62 km 0
Apr 22, 2023 EF2 86 km 0
Apr 14, 2019 EF2 58 km 0
Jun 13, 2018 EF2 14 km 0
Jun 13, 2018 EF2 89 km 0
Feb 25, 2017 EF2 10 km 0
Jul 8, 2014 EF2 66 km 0
Jul 23, 2010 EF2 48 km 0
Jul 29, 2009 EF2 61 km 0
Jul 29, 2009 EF2 90 km 0
Dec 1, 2006 EF2 40 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF2 48 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF2 45 km 0
Nov 8, 1996 EF2 62 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1895 HIGH BRIDGE, NJ Earthquake 104 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

8 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: 16 MILE (7,896 ac, 2016).

Year Name Acres Distance
2016 16 MILE 7,896 52 km
2009 PENOBSCOT 2,091 19 km
2004 CRYSTAL LAKE 1,838 21 km
2020 SEVEN PINES 790 40 km
2015 RAZOR FIRE 728 62 km
2015 PIPELINE 1 666 25 km
2016 BEAR TOWN 649 47 km
1999 WORTHINGTO 514 66 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 2.4 in
February 25°F (-4°C) 2.4 in Coldest, Driest
March 34°F (1°C) 2.8 in
April 45°F (7°C) 3.3 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in
June 65°F (18°C) 4.1 in Wettest
July 74°F (23°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 69°F (20°C) 3.6 in
September 62°F (17°C) 3.6 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in
November 40°F (5°C) 3.4 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 2.8 in

Avoca has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 25°F in February to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.4").

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Avoca is located in Lackawanna County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 14.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 58% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 51% of the vote, a 2.8-point margin. 90.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 10 public libraries serving the community. 776 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76.8% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.9% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.3%
D 51%

Winner: Democrat by 2.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+97.6%
Graduate Degree+5.5%
School Test Score5.70
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density2,474/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountyLackawanna County County

Services

Broadband Access90.6%
Avg Download Speed128.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed6.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities776
Restaurants552
Retail Stores804

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home9.0%
Average costs for common services in Avoca. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $244 ($146–$390)
Specialist Visit $342 ($195–$537)
Urgent Care Visit $195 ($98–$342)
Emergency Room Visit $2,147 ($781–$4,880)
Dental Cleaning $127 ($73–$195)
Dental Filling $244 ($146–$390)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $293 ($146–$488)
Tire Rotation $39 ($20–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $586 ($390–$976)
Battery Replacement $195 ($98–$342)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $98 ($59–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $88 ($49–$137)
HVAC Repair $390 ($146–$781)
HVAC System Install $6,832 ($3,904–$11,712)
Roof Repair $976 ($390–$1,952)
Roof Replacement $8,784 ($5,368–$14,640)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,464 ($488–$3,416)
Divorce (Contested) $14,640 ($4,880–$29,280)
DUI Defense $4,880 ($1,952–$9,760)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,464 ($781–$2,928)
Will Preparation $488 ($195–$976)
Trust Preparation $2,440 ($976–$4,880)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $54 ($29–$98)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$244)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$127)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.00 ($2.93–$5.37)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.42 ($2.44–$4.88)
Loaf of Bread $3.71 ($2.44–$5.37)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.39 ($2.93–$6.34)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.37 ($3.90–$7.32)
Rice (per lb) $0.98 ($0.59–$1.76)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $137 ($78–$244)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$98)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$98)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $195 ($73–$488)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,952 ($1,171–$3,416)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$127)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.81–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $98 ($29–$244)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,171 ($586–$2,440)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $976 ($488–$1,952)
After-School Care (Monthly) $390 ($195–$683)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$98)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $976 ($390–$2,440)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,200 ($4,880–$29,280)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $59 ($29–$98)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $98 ($49–$195)
Dog Grooming $59 ($29–$98)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($20–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $293 ($146–$488)
Cat Spay/Neuter $195 ($98–$390)
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Top Industries in Lackawanna County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 20,267 890 $56,517 1.44
Retail Trade 11,259 797 $34,443 1.15
Manufacturing 10,209 220 $64,929 1.27
Accommodation & Food Services 8,148 571 $21,721 0.91
Transportation & Warehousing 7,189 178 $49,052 1.73
Administrative & Waste Services 4,633 258 $43,065 0.80
Educational Services 3,910 69 $53,706 1.93
Construction 3,717 458 $73,536 0.72
Wholesale Trade 3,690 250 $69,936 0.95
Finance & Insurance 3,412 289 $88,593 0.86
Other Services 3,045 478 $36,898 1.03
Professional & Technical Services 2,658 479 $76,197 0.39
Arts & Entertainment 1,472 79 $26,198 0.89
Management of Companies 1,406 57 $82,309 0.85
Information & Technology 970 53 $69,299 0.53
Real Estate 855 176 $48,977 0.56
Utilities 335 12 $113,740 0.90

Radio Stations near Avoca

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
97.9x WBSX-FM rock MP3 80 kbps
WVIA-HD3 "Chiaroscuro Channel" Scranton, PA jazz, public radio AAC 128 kbps
VMFM 91.7 college, college radio AAC 64 kbps
NEPA's ESPN Radio sports AAC+ 48 kbps

National Parks Near Avoca

52 national parks and monuments found near Avoca.

ParkTypeFee
Allamuchy Mountain State Park State Park Free
Appalachian National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Archbald Pothole State Park State Park Free
Beltzville State Park State Park Free
Big Pocono State Park State Park Free
Chenango Valley State Park State Park Free
Cranberry Lake State Park State Park Free
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park State Park Free
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park State Park Free
Delaware Canal State Park State Park Free
Delaware Canal State Park State Park Free
Delaware River Access State Park State Park Free
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area National Recreation Area $10
Frances Slocum State Park State Park Free
Glens Natural Area State Park Free
Gouldsboro State Park State Park Free
Hickory Run Boulder Field Natural Area State Park Free
Hickory Run State Park State Park Free
Hopewell Park State Park Free
Lackawanna State Park State Park Free
Lake Superior State Park State Park Free
Lehigh Gorge State Park State Park Free
Locust Lake State Park State Park Free
Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River National Wild and Scenic River Free
Memorial Lake State Park State Park Free
Mount Pisgah State Park State Park Free
Nescopeck State Park State Park Free
Newtown Battlefield State Park State Park Free
Nockamixon State Park State Park Free
Oquaga Creek State Park State Park Free
Osmun Forest State Park Free
Paulinskill Valley Trail State Park Free
Pequest River Grny State Park Free
Promised Land State Park State Park Free
Prompton State Park State Park Free
Ralph Stover State Park State Park Free
Rec Trail Wash Cross - Princet State Park Free
Recreation Area State Park Free
Ricketts Glenn State Park State Park Free
Salt Springs State Park State Park Free
Steamtown National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Stephens State Park State Park Free
Swartswood State Park State Park Free
Swatara State Park State Park Free
Tobyhanna State Park State Park Free
Tuscarora State Park State Park Free
Two Rivers State Park State Park Free
Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River Scenic & Recreational River Free
Voorhees State Park State Park Free
Washington Crossing State Park Free
Washington Crossing State Park State Park Free
Worlds End State Park State Park Free

Museums in Avoca

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
HOPE HORN GALLERY�ART MUSEUM$240,201,889
SORDONI ART GALLERYART MUSEUM5704084325$116,646,619
CONTEMPORARY GALLERYART MUSEUM5703486211$105,682,611
MARYWOOD UNIVERSITY ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER5709614788$105,682,611
MARYWOOD UNIVERSITY ART GALLERIESART MUSEUM5703486278$105,682,611
SUCACI GALLERYART MUSEUM5703486211$105,682,611
MACDONALD GALLERYART MUSEUM$83,993,611
PAULY FRIEDMAN ART GALLERYART MUSEUM$83,993,611
LINDER GALLERYART MUSEUM$39,368,546
EVERHART MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY SCIENCE & ARTNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM5703467186$667,129
WYOMING HISTORICAL AND GEOLOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5708236244$257,657
LACKAWANNA AND WYOMING VALLEY RAIL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$173,369
LACKAWANNA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173443841$145,817
ELECTRIC CITY TROLLEY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM300 CLIFF ST5709636590$93,686
MEADOW RUN-MOUNTAIN LAKE PARK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5708218992$82,449
ANTHRACITE HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5709634804$76,923
TIMMY'S TOWN CENTERCHILDREN'S MUSEUMTHE MALL AT STEAMTOWN 300 LACKAWANNA AVENUE5703411511$48,510
SUSQUEHANNA RIVER ARCHAEOLOGICAL CENTERHISTORY MUSEUMPO BOX 126075657960$42,653
WYOMING COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5708365303$25,075
ANTHRACITE HISTORICAL DISCOVERY CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION5702825595$8,189
ARCHBALD BOROUGH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CARBONDALE HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION1 N MAIN ST #35702820385
DUNMORE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5705581060
ENDLESS MOUNTAINS NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER1309 VOSBURG RD5708363835
GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC MEMORIAL ASSN OF SCRANTONHISTORY MUSEUM
GRAND ARMY-REPUBLIC MEMORIALHISTORY MUSEUM6308977221
HOT DOG HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM5708255303
HOUDINI MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM1433 N MAIN AVENUE5703425555
HUBER BREAKER PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
JERMYN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
JOHN LOUIS POPPLE SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM25 FREDERICK STREET
MASLOW COLLECTIONGENERAL MUSEUM2300 ADAMS AVE5703486211
MOUNTAIN TOP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MUSEUM OF ANTHRACITE MININGGENERAL MUSEUM22 BALD MOUNTAIN RD5709634804
NATHAN DENISON HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5702885531
OLD FORGE COAL MINEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PLYMOUTH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5707795840
SCRANTON IRON FURNACESGENERAL MUSEUM5709634804
STEAMTOWN MUSEUM ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM
STEAMTOWN NATIONAL HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5703405192
SWETLAND HOMESTEADHISTORIC PRESERVATION5706932740
WEST PITTSTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Avoca

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
SCRANTON PUBLIC LIBRARY500 VINE STREET0.0327,918
BACK MOUNTAIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY96 HUNTSVILLE RD0.0173,432
OSTERHOUT FREE LIBRARY71 SOUTH FRANKLIN ST0.0159,154
ABINGTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY1200 WEST GROVE STREET0.0159,000
HOYT LIBRARY284 WYOMING AVE0.085,496
CARBONDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY5 NORTH MAIN ST0.074,126
PITTSTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY47 BROAD ST0.071,854
NORTH POCONO PUBLIC LIBRARY113 VAN BRUNT ST0.054,000
MARIAN SUTHERLAND KIRBY LIB35 KIRBY AVENUE0.052,285
TUNKHANNOCK PUBLIC LIBRARY220 W. TIOGA ST.0.049,426
VALLEY COMMUNITY LIBRARY739 RIVER ST0.044,249
PLYMOUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY107 WEST MAIN ST0.036,202
WEST PITTSTON LIBRARY200 EXETER AVE0.030,830
TAYLOR COMMUNITY LIBRARY710 SOUTH MAIN STREET0.028,756
WYOMING FREE LIBRARY358 WYOMING AVE0.022,615
FACTORYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY163 COLLEGE AVENUE0.08,238
DALTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY113 EAST MAIN ST0.07,300

Farmers Markets in Avoca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Abington Farmers Market12055 Rose Drove
Back Mountain Farmers MarketGrounds of Back Mountain Memorial Library
Carbondale Farmers Market1 North Main StreetJune to OctoberTue:11:00 AM - 6:00 PM;Thu:11:00 AM - 6:00 PM;
Co-Operative Farmers Market900 Barring Avenue07/15/2019 to 11/20/2019Mon: 12:00 PM-6:00 PM;Wed: 12:00 PM-6:00 PM;Fri: 12:00 PM-6:00 PM;YesVisit
Essential Eating Farmers Market 515 Northern Boulevard (Rt. 6/11)Visit
Pittston City Farmers Market35 Broad Street
South Side Farmers' MarketAlder Street and Cedar Avenue05/12/2018 to 10/06/2018Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
The University of Scranton Farmer's Market 159 Cedar Ave.Visit
Wilkes-Barre Farmers MarketPublic SquareVisit

Hotels in Avoca

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Western Plus Wilkes Barre-Scranton Airport Hotel

Restaurants in Avoca

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lucky's Craft Food and Drink

Gas Stations in Avoca

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Breweries in Avoca

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
3 Guys & A Beer'd Llc.Carbondale, PA, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Carbondale Brewers, (1),, (1), Carbondale, PA, 10 Enterprise Dr5702802739Visit
Bagasevich LLCBarbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaura1902 Jackson St5709619956
Bar At The Patch Inc TheBarbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaura110 W Grove St5703413510
Beer SuperBrewery485 Scott St5708238788
Breaker Brewing CompanyBrewery and Gastropub, Brewery787 E Northampton St5703929078Visit
Dublin's Pub & GrillCocktail Lounges, Bars / Taverns, Scranton Bars, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Barbecue, Pub, Restaurants &501 S Main Ave5705580558
Hotel SunCocktail Lounges, Travel & Leisure, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Scranton Rooming and Boardin410 Cedar Ave5703445097, 5703444785Visit
Kaps TapsBars, Cocktail Lounges, food and drink, Restaurant, Restaurants, drinking, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Ba301 Main St5704513010
Kilcoyne's Tavern IncBarbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaura129 S Main St5709694331
Kings RestaurantBreweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Resta49 S Mountain Blvd5704745464
L & M TavernRestaurant, Carbondale, PA, Breweries & Brew Pubs, general contractors, plumbers, real estate devel24 S Main St5702823360
Moran's PubBars, Cocktail Lounges, food and drink, Restaurants, drinking, Breweries & Brew Pubs, recreation, Co501 N Bromley Ave5703471755
Morganz Pub & EateryBars, American Restaurant, Brewery, and Pub Greenridge, Restaurants, American Restaurant, Brewery, a315 Green Ridge St(570) 344-8300, 5703448300Visit
Pourhouse TheBarbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants7 N Main St5.71E+09
Quent's Corner PubDunmore Pa, Restaurants & Bars, Restaurants, Dunmore Restaurants, Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, C233 E Drinker St5709615510
Rep's PlaceBarbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaura2225 Jackson St5703425197
Shady Side TavernTake Out Restaurants, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Carry-out Food, Pizza, Bar & Grill Restaur3600 Sr 309 Highway5706759683
Susquehanna Brewing CompanyBreweries, Food & Drink635 S Main St5706543557
The Lion BreweryBrewery700 N Pennsylvania Ave
Wilkes Barre Clay Products CoClay Brick Common Brick & Brick Face, Natural Stone, Beer & Beverages, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Buildi140 Dilley St5.70E+09

Ski Resorts Near Avoca

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Montage Mountain Resort 9.0 7 594 $53 December - March Yes Yes

Pharmacies in Avoca

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
LLEWELLYN’S PHARMACY 703 MAIN STREET 570-457-2341

Daycare Centers in Avoca

2 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
CLOSE TO HOME CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER
733 MAIN ST
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (570) 457-2425 OPEN
STEPPING STONES CHILD CARE CENTER
824 MCALPINE ST
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (570) 457-4363 OPEN

Cell Towers in Avoca

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Blair Hill Cell Site - 2 mi SW of SRs 2018 & 2017TOWER98
DALLAS CELL SITE - 397 COUNTRY CLUB ROADTOWER82
Shadow Brook Drive (96097)GTOWER81
(Mayfield) 1537 GREENFIELDMTOWER61
State Route 29 (96085)LTOWER61
SPRING HILL ROAD ROUTE 940 ROAD 1 (12695)GTOWER61
West Mountain Cell Site - 2 mi SW of RTs 307 & 9TOWER61
JACKSON STREET 307 AND PA TURNPIKE NORTHEAST EXT (2619)GTOWER56
IVY PARK ROAD (2655)GTOWER56
OSTERHOUT Cell Site - Approx. 2 mi S of RT 6 inTOWER41
OSTERHOUT Cell Site - Approx. 2 mi S of RT 6 inTOWER41

Fire Stations in Avoca

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Avoca Fire Department740 Main STVolunteer570-457-2894

Bridges in Avoca

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19969834,172G
Girder/FloorbeamSteel continuous196641428,335F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19669728,335F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19664728,335F
Girder/FloorbeamSteel continuous195539628,205F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19669828,205F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19664728,205F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19596810,714F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19881297,679F
CulvertConcrete2000214,846G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1952552,000F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20005140F

Amtrak Stations in Avoca

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Scranton, PA30 Lackawanna AvenueBUS
Wilkes-Barre, PA47 South Washington StreetBUS

Superfund Sites Near Avoca

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ARCHBALD POWER STA170 POWER BOULEVARDLACKAWANNA
ARCHBALD POWER STA170 POWER BOULEVARDLACKAWANNA

Airports Near Avoca

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lehigh Valley International AirportABEMedium Airport
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International AirportAVPMedium Airport
Air Haven AirportSmall Airport
Air-List-Ads AirportSmall Airport
Ashlawn AirportSmall Airport
Beltzville AirportSmall Airport
Benton AirportSmall Airport
Blairstown AirportSmall Airport
Bloomsburg Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Boden AirportSmall Airport
Boehm's FieldSmall Airport
Braden AirparkSmall Airport
Bradford County AirportSmall Airport
Broadt Personal Use AirportSmall Airport
Bugs AirportSmall Airport
Bullfly UltralightportSmall Airport
Campis AirportSmall Airport
Carrar Farm AirportSmall Airport
Cavage Personal Use AirportSmall Airport
Chambers AirportSmall Airport
Charles G. Kalko AirportSmall Airport
Cherry Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Cherry Valley AirportSmall Airport
Cider FieldSmall Airport
Cosklos Elkview AirportSmall Airport
Countryside AirportSmall Airport
Cuatros Vientos AirportSmall Airport
Deer Meadows AirstripSmall Airport
Double D Skyranch AirportSmall Airport
Dwight's Delight AirportSmall Airport
East Penn AirportSmall Airport
Flying Dollar AirportSmall Airport
Flying M AerodromeSmall Airport
Gap View AirportSmall Airport
Giffin AirportSmall Airport
Grayce Farms AirportSmall Airport
Grover AirportSmall Airport
Hallett's AirportSmall Airport
Hazleton Municipal AirportHZLSmall Airport
Hi-Vu AirportSmall Airport
Hiawatha AirportSmall Airport
High Meadow Farms AirportSmall Airport
Hillview AirportSmall Airport
J P Reilly AirportSmall Airport
Jake Arner Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Jugtown Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Kellachows AirportSmall Airport
Kirkwood AirparkSmall Airport
Lars/Private AirportSmall Airport
Lazy J. Ranch AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Avoca

30 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Avoca Police Department752 Main Street
City of Carbondale Police
Dunmore Police Department
Exeter Borough Police Department1101 Wyoming Avenue
Forty Fort Police Department1271 Wyoming Avenue
Jenkins Township Police Department48 Colonel Jenkins Drive
Jessup Police Station
Kingston Police Department500 Wyoming Avenue
Luzerne Police Station144 Academy Street
Moosic Police Department606 River Street
Old Forge Police Department310 South Main Street
Olyphant Police Department
Pennsylvania State Police
Pennsylvania State Police
Pennsylvania State Police Training Center1989
Police Barracks
Rice Township Police Department
Scranton Police Department100 South Washington Avenue
Scranton Police Headquarters
State Police Barracks
State Police Headquarters
Sugar Notch Police Department742 Main Street
Swoyersville Police Dept
Taylor Police Department120 Union Street
Throop Borough Police201 Charles Street
University PoliceMulberry Street
West Pittston Borough Building
Wilkes University Public Safety Center140 South Main Street
Wilkes-Barre City Police Headquarters15 North Washington Street
Wilkes-Barre Township Police Department150 Watson Street

Grocery Stores in Avoca

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Aman Convenience / Shiv LLCConvenience Store515 Main St
Convenient Food Mart 3026Convenience Store610 Main St
Valley Meats & Deli LlcOther629 Main St

Treatment Centers in Avoca

15 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A Better Today IncSubstance Abuse570-825-1442
A Better Today IncSubstance Abuse570-344-1444
A Better Today IncSubstance Abuse570-996-9603
Burke CenterMental Health570-240-4774
Childrens Service Center of - Wyoming ValleyBoth570-825-6425
CleanSlate CentersSubstance Abuse570-904-6000
Drug and Alcohol Treatment Servs Inc - Outpatient ServicesSubstance Abuse570-961-1997 x212
Moses Taylor Hospital - Senior Mental HealthMental Health570-770-6395
Scranton Counseling CenterBoth570-348-6100 x3205
TPALS - Turning Point Alt Living SolutionsSubstance Abuse570-820-0589
TPALS - Turning Point Alt Living SolutionsSubstance Abuse570-880-7614
Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center - Veterans AffairsBoth570-824-3521 x27738
Wright Center for Community HealthBoth570-343-2383
WY Valley Alc and Drug Servs Inc - Alcohol and Drug Services IncSubstance Abuse570-820-8888
Wyoming Valley Alc and Drug Servs IncSubstance Abuse570-820-8888

DOL Wage Violations in Avoca

3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $47,085 in back wages owed to 13 employees.

3
Violations
$47,085
Back Wages Owed
13
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Kentrel Corporation 18641 1 $45,005 $5,001 9
Convenient Food Mart 18641 3 $2,018 $1,009 2
Comprehensive Medical Home Care 18641 1 $63 $31 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Avoca

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
QUEEN OF THE APOSTLES PARISH715 HAWTHORNE ST
SAINT JOHNS PM CHURCH316 MAIN ST
TEMPLE CRAFTSMANS CLUB11 BELIN VLG

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Mines
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Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Avoca

What is the population of Avoca?

Avoca has a population of 2,523 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 2,474 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.1% female and 52.9% male.

Is Avoca expensive to live in?

Avoca has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $68,103, 9% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $166,600 (41% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $987 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Avoca safe?

The violent crime rate in Avoca is 407 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,774 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Avoca receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Avoca?

Avoca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.7 inches, with 45.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Avoca?

The job market in Avoca is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,033. There are 5,565 business establishments in the area, including 552 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 9.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Avoca?

The median home value in Avoca is $166,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $191,487. For renters, the median monthly rent is $987. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 77.1%. The average annual property tax is $6,552.

How are the schools in Avoca?

Schools in Avoca score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 14.2% of adults in Avoca hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Avoca?

The obesity rate in Avoca is 36.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 26.9% of adults are smokers. 29.7% are physically inactive. 91.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,212.

What is transportation like in Avoca?

The average commute in Avoca is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.8% of workers drive alone to work, 2.9% use public transit, and 9.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Avoca?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Avoca is 96% White, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino. 98.9% of residents speak only English at home. 5.4% of the population are military veterans. 15.9% of residents have a disability. 96.7% have health insurance coverage.

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