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Chinchilla, PA

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

Chinchilla is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,322. Residents earn $95,536 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,322 Population 925/sq mi density
$95,536 Median Income $46,614 per capita
$241,800 Home Value $349,248 Zillow
$1,768 Median Rent 23.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
15 Violent Crime/100K 305 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$95,536 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$241,800 home value, $1,768/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
15 violent crimes/100K (96% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
51.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $95,536
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $241,800
14% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 15/100K
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 51.2%
52% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,768
52% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,322
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density925/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans1.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$95,536
Per Capita$46,614
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$13,421M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$241,800
Rent$1,768
Ownership89.6%
Zillow$349,248
Housing Units780
Rent Burden23.0%

Crime

F
Violent15/100K
Property305/100K

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,368 ft (417 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+51.2%
High School+98.2%
Graduate+30.4%
School Score5.70

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute20 min
Broadband85.4%
EV Stations2
Libraries10

Is Chinchilla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chinchilla receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Chinchilla offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chinchilla is $95,536, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chinchilla is $241,800, 14% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,768 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Chinchilla is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 15 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 305 per 100,000, 84% below the national average.

Education

Chinchilla is a highly educated community / 51.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Chinchilla 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.

Chinchilla has a population of 2,322 with a density of 925 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (93.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 84% of residents, while 16% speak Spanish. 1.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 98.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,322
Total Population
925
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Chinchilla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 84.0%
7% above US avg
Spanish 16.0%
19% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Chinchilla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chinchilla is $95,536, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,614 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,033, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% 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 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Chinchilla vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,536
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,614
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$69,947
Gini Index0.456 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate2.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Drive Alone88.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Chinchilla is $241,800, 14% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $349,248, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,768 (52% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. 89.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 780 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1962. The average annual property tax is $6,552 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 23.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$241,800
14% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$349,248

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,768
52% above US avg
Rent Burden23.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership89.6%
Owner-Occupied89.6%
Renter-Occupied10.4%
Housing Units780
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,552
87% above US avg
Effective Rate2.71%
In Chinchilla, 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: Chinchilla 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 Rate98.4%
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
Chinchilla has a violent crime rate of 15 per 100,000 residents, 96% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 305 per 100,000, 84% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 21 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Chinchilla receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent15.3/100K
96% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property305.0/100K
84% 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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Chinchilla 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 1,368 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

Elevation1,368 ft (417 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density925/sq mi
Coordinates41.4858°N, 75.6665°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyLackawanna County County
Nearest AirportWilkes-Barre/Scranton International (AVP)
11 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.7"
2% above US avg
Snowfall 45.1"
Wettest Month (May) 4.21"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.68"

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

20 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 M4.8 116 km
Jan 16, 1994 2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.6 132 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.2 132 km
Apr 5, 2024 7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M3.7 117 km
Aug 26, 2003 4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey M3.1 109 km
Feb 3, 2009 1 km ESE of Victory Gardens, New Jersey M3.0 117 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M2.9 133 km
Apr 27, 2024 7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M2.9 117 km
May 24, 2024 6 km E of Califon, New Jersey M2.9 115 km
Aug 5, 2025 1 km N of Hillsdale, New Jersey M2.8 146 km
Jun 10, 2025 10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania M2.8 84 km
May 10, 1993 1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania M2.8 130 km
Apr 5, 2024 6 km ESE of Califon, New Jersey M2.6 116 km
Apr 10, 2024 5 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M2.6 118 km
May 1, 2024 1 km NW of Gladstone, New Jersey M2.6 118 km
Aug 14, 2015 3 km SE of Mendham, New Jersey M2.6 123 km
Oct 28, 1996 2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania M2.6 141 km
Jan 8, 1995 1 km WSW of Montrose Manor, Pennsylvania M2.5 135 km
May 7, 1994 2 km SW of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M2.5 134 km
Jan 15, 1992 5 km NNE of Tuxedo Park, New York M2.5 129 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 1 222 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

208 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 3 fatalities, 93 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 2, 1998 EF3 35 km 2
May 31, 1998 EF3 76 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF3 52 km 0
Jul 14, 1988 EF3 96 km 0
May 2, 1983 EF3 92 km 0
Jul 26, 1981 EF3 80 km 0
Mar 21, 1976 EF3 69 km 0
Apr 22, 2023 EF2 71 km 0
Apr 14, 2019 EF2 70 km 0
Jun 13, 2018 EF2 31 km 0
Jun 13, 2018 EF2 89 km 0
Feb 25, 2017 EF2 27 km 0
Jul 8, 2014 EF2 68 km 0
Jul 23, 2010 EF2 32 km 0
Jul 29, 2009 EF2 88 km 0
Jul 29, 2009 EF2 71 km 0
Dec 1, 2006 EF2 57 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF2 43 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF2 43 km 0
Nov 8, 1996 EF2 77 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 112 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 54 km
2009 PENOBSCOT 2,091 36 km
2004 CRYSTAL LAKE 1,838 39 km
2020 SEVEN PINES 790 46 km
2015 RAZOR FIRE 728 79 km
2015 PIPELINE 1 666 40 km
2016 BEAR TOWN 649 50 km
1999 WORTHINGTO 514 72 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 2.8 in
February 24°F (-5°C) 2.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 33°F (0°C) 3.1 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.5 in
May 56°F (13°C) 4.2 in Wettest
June 64°F (18°C) 4.2 in
July 74°F (23°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.8 in
September 61°F (16°C) 3.8 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in
November 39°F (4°C) 3.7 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 3.1 in

Chinchilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 24°F in February to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.7").

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Chinchilla is located in Lackawanna County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 51.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 52% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. 30.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (above 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. 85.4% 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. 88.1% of workers drive alone to work.

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+51.2%
52% above US avg
High School+98.2%
Graduate Degree+30.4%
School Test Score5.70
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density925/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi
CountyLackawanna County County

Services

Broadband Access85.4%
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 Commute19.9 min
Drive Alone88.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%
Average costs for common services in Chinchilla. 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)
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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)
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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)
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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

Schools in Chinchilla

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
South Abington Sch Elementary 289 18 16.1:1
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Radio Stations near Chinchilla

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
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 Chinchilla

50 national parks and monuments found near Chinchilla.

ParkTypeFee
Allamuchy Mountain State Park State Park Free
Archbald Pothole State Park State Park Free
Beltzville State Park State Park Free
Big Pocono State Park State Park Free
Buttermilk Falls State Park State Park Free
Chenango Valley State Park State Park Free
Cranberry Lake 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
Hacklebarney State Park State Park Free
Hickory Run Boulder Field Natural Area State Park Free
Hickory Run State Park State Park Free
High Point State Park State Park Free
Hopatcong State Park State Park Free
Kittatinny Valley State Park State Park Free
Lackawanna State Park State Park Free
Lake Musconetcong 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
Lusscroft Farm State Park State Park Free
Nescopeck State Park State Park Free
Nosewicz 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
Raritan River Confluence State Park State Park Free
Recreation Area State Park Free
Ricketts Glenn State Park State Park Free
Robert H. Treman State Park State Park Free
Robert V. Riddell 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
Sussex Branch Trail 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
Worlds End State Park State Park Free

Museums in Chinchilla

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
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
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
ANTHRACITE HISTORICAL DISCOVERY CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION5702825595$8,189
ARCHBALD BOROUGH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CARBONDALE HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION1 N MAIN ST #35702820385
CLIFFORD TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
DUNMORE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5705581060
ENDLESS MOUNTAINS NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER1309 VOSBURG RD5708363835
FOREST CITY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5707853800
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
JERMYN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LATHROP TOWNSHIP AND GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MASLOW COLLECTIONGENERAL MUSEUM2300 ADAMS AVE5703486211
MUSEUM OF ANTHRACITE MININGGENERAL MUSEUM22 BALD MOUNTAIN RD5709634804
NATHAN DENISON HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5702885531
OLD FORGE COAL MINEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SCRANTON IRON FURNACESGENERAL MUSEUM5709634804
SESQUI CENTENNIAL & HARFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
STEAMTOWN MUSEUM ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM
STEAMTOWN NATIONAL HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5703405192
SWETLAND HOMESTEADHISTORIC PRESERVATION5706932740
WEST PITTSTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Chinchilla

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
SCRANTON PUBLIC LIBRARY500 VINE STREET0.0327,918
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
POCONO MOUNTAIN PUBLIC LIBRARY5500 MUNICIPAL DR0.073,648
PITTSTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY47 BROAD ST0.071,854
NORTH POCONO PUBLIC LIBRARY113 VAN BRUNT ST0.054,000
VALLEY COMMUNITY LIBRARY739 RIVER ST0.044,249
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 Chinchilla

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Abington Farmers Market12055 Rose Drove
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

Theme Parks in Chinchilla

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lahey Family Fun Park

Breweries in Chinchilla

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
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
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
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
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 Chinchilla

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

Cell Towers in Chinchilla

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Blair Hill Cell Site - 2 mi SW of SRs 2018 & 2017TOWER98
Shadow Brook Drive (96097)GTOWER81
146 West Carbondale Road (44135)LTOWER78
(Mayfield) 1537 GREENFIELDMTOWER61
West Mountain Cell Site - 2 mi SW of RTs 307 & 9TOWER61
80 Kevin Lane (113501)LTOWER61
JACKSON STREET 307 AND PA TURNPIKE NORTHEAST EXT (2619)GTOWER56
IVY PARK ROAD (2655)GTOWER56
AHN 1494 AT STATE ROAD 590 (16233)GTOWER55
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 Chinchilla

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Chinchilla Hose Company 2-South Abington Township113 Shady Lane RDVolunteer570-586-5726

Bridges in Chinchilla

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19612325,008F
Tee BeamConcrete19363621,116F
Tee BeamConcrete19363819,134P
CulvertConcrete19932819,134F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19634218,902F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196116815,349F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196112015,349F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete196110215,349F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196116814,476F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196112014,476F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete196110214,476F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous195911812,870F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous195911812,138F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete196121511,813P
CulvertSteel19613211,813G
CulvertConcrete1969288,372F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19571537,816F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1994606,895F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19591395,041F
SlabConcrete19041115,040F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2010683,885G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20172492,671G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1959218841F
SlabConcrete194122841F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1959227698F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1959231635F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200943370G

Amtrak Stations in Chinchilla

2 Amtrak stations.

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

Superfund Sites Near Chinchilla

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ARCHBALD POWER STA170 POWER BOULEVARDLACKAWANNA
ARCHBALD POWER STA170 POWER BOULEVARDLACKAWANNA

Airports Near Chinchilla

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link fieldBGMMedium Airport
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International AirportAVPMedium Airport
Air Haven AirportSmall Airport
Ashlawn AirportSmall Airport
Beltzville AirportSmall Airport
Benton AirportSmall Airport
Blairstown AirportSmall Airport
Boden AirportSmall Airport
Boehm's FieldSmall Airport
Braden AirparkSmall Airport
Broadt Personal Use AirportSmall Airport
Campis AirportSmall Airport
Carrar Farm AirportSmall Airport
Cavage Personal Use AirportSmall Airport
Chambers AirportSmall Airport
Charles G. Kalko AirportSmall Airport
Chenango Bridge AirportSmall Airport
Cherry Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Cherry Valley AirportSmall Airport
Cosklos Elkview AirportSmall Airport
Countryside AirportSmall Airport
Deer Meadows AirstripSmall Airport
Double D Skyranch 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
Hiawatha AirportSmall Airport
High Meadow Farms AirportSmall Airport
J P Reilly AirportSmall Airport
Jake Arner Memorial AirportSmall Airport
John E. Rogers AirportSmall Airport
Kellachows AirportSmall Airport
Kirkwood AirparkSmall Airport
Kohn AirportSmall Airport
Lazy J. Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Luke AirportSmall Airport
Malinchak Private AirportSmall Airport
Markle AirportSmall Airport
Matthews AirportSmall Airport
Mc Donald's AirportSmall Airport
McKinney AirportSmall Airport
Mount Pleasant Landing StripSmall Airport
Mountain Bay Air Park Inc AirportSmall Airport
Mountain Top AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Chinchilla

25 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 Training Center1989
Police Barracks
Scranton Police Department100 South Washington Avenue
Scranton Police Headquarters
State Police Headquarters
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

Grocery Stores in Chinchilla

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Convenient Food Mart 3029Convenience Store330 Northern Blvd
Dollar General 23332Other581 Carbondale Rd
Weis Markets 165Supermarket578 Carbondale Rd

Treatment Centers in Chinchilla

13 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A Better Today IncSubstance Abuse570-825-1442
A Better Today IncSubstance Abuse570-344-1444
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 Chinchilla

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $56,562 in back wages owed to 38 employees.

1
Violations
$56,562
Back Wages Owed
38
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
Amore' Italian Ristorante 18410 1 $56,562 $1,488 38

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chinchilla

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
VISION FOR YOUTHPO BOX 501

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chinchilla

What is the population of Chinchilla?

Chinchilla has a population of 2,322 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 925 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.1 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Chinchilla expensive to live in?

Chinchilla 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 $95,536, 27% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $241,800 (14% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,768 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Chinchilla safe?

Chinchilla is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 15 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 305 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Chinchilla receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Chinchilla?

Chinchilla 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 Chinchilla?

The unemployment rate in Chinchilla is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. 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 20 minutes, and 7.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Chinchilla?

The median home value in Chinchilla is $241,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $349,248. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,768. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 89.6%. The average annual property tax is $6,552.

How are the schools in Chinchilla?

Schools in Chinchilla score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 51.2% of adults in Chinchilla hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. 30.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Chinchilla?

The obesity rate in Chinchilla 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 Chinchilla?

The average commute in Chinchilla is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Chinchilla?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Chinchilla is 93.8% White. 84% of residents speak only English at home, while 16% speak Spanish. 1.0% of the population are military veterans. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 98.4% have health insurance coverage.

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