Clarks Summit, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Lackawanna County County
Clarks Summit, PA
At a Glance
How Clarks Summit Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Clarks Summit's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Clarks Summit a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Clarks Summit residents earn a median household income of $91,442 , which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,499. The unemployment rate stands at 1.7% (53% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,565 business establishments, including 552 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Clarks Summit is $236,900 , 16% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $357,178. Median rent is $1,147/month, with 20.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1965.
Safety & Crime
Clarks Summit reports 46 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 88% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 472/100K.
Education
57.5% of adults in Clarks Summit hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% above the national average). 96.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Clarks Summit has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.