Dickson City, PA
Pennsylvania · Lackawanna County · Scranton--Wilkes-Barre Metro
Dickson City is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 6,022. Residents earn $58,343 per year, which is 22% below the national average.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated August 2026
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How Dickson City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Dickson City a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Dickson City receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Dickson City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Dickson City is $58,343, 22% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.1%, unemployment is notably high. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Dickson City is $184,700, 34% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $951 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Dickson City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 45.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
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Race & Ethnicity
Dickson City vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Dickson City vs U.S. Average
Income: Dickson City vs U.S.
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Income
| Median HH Income | $58,343 |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $33,911 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,033 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,947 |
| Gini Index | 0.456 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 8.1% |
| 125% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.6% |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,565 |
| County GDP | $13,421M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 552 |
| Healthcare | 776 |
| Retail | 804 |
| Manufacturing | 216 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,552 |
| 87% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 97.60 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.55% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.3% |
| Work from Home | 7.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $184,700 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $245,281 |
| Redfin Median Sale | $325,000 |
| Median List Price | $200,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median Sale Price | $325,000 |
| Median List Price | $200,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $93 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Days on Market | 10 days |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.0% |
| Price Drops | 37.5% |
| Inventory | 8 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $951 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 30.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 34.9% |
| Housing Units | 3,108 |
| Median Year Built | 1945 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,552 |
| 87% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.55% |
Health Metrics: Dickson City vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.2% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.9% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Cancer | 6.5% |
| Kidney Disease | 3.2% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 26.9% |
| 92% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 20.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.7% |
| Mental Distress | 16.7% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
| Short Sleep | 37.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.7% |
| Uninsured | 3.3% |
| 62% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,212 |
| Dentists | 1:1,239 |
| Mental Health | 1:325 |
| Checkup Rate | 69.3% |
| Dental Visits | 58.4% |
| Premature Death | 9,256/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 776 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,069 ft (326 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,255/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4683°N, 75.6358°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Lackawanna County County |
| Nearest Airport | Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International (AVP) 10 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 72.4% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
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 Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 89.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 60.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 85.1 / 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 |
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1895 | HIGH BRIDGE, NJ | Earthquake | - | - | 109 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 33°F (1°C) | 2.8 in |
Dickson City has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 28°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.1").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Democrat by 2.8 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.1% |
| 26% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.6% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 12.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.70 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro / 250K-1M |
| Population Density | 1,255/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.9 sq mi |
| County | Lackawanna County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 79.2% |
| Avg Download Speed | 128.4 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 6.6 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 776 |
| Restaurants | 552 |
| Retail Stores | 804 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 27.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.3% |
| Work from Home | 7.0% |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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 |
Hospitals in Dickson City
| Hospital | Type | CMS Rating | Emergency | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL - DICKSON CITY | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes | (570) 330-5000 |
Radio Stations near Dickson City
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 Dickson City
51 national parks and monuments found near Dickson City.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 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 and Raritan 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 |
| 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 |
| Pimple Hills | 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 |
| 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 Dickson City
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOPE HORN GALLERY� | ART MUSEUM | $240,201,889 | ||
| SORDONI ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 5704084325 | $116,646,619 | |
| CONTEMPORARY GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 5703486211 | $105,682,611 | |
| MARYWOOD UNIVERSITY ARBORETUM | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 5709614788 | $105,682,611 | |
| MARYWOOD UNIVERSITY ART GALLERIES | ART MUSEUM | 5703486278 | $105,682,611 | |
| SUCACI GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 5703486211 | $105,682,611 | |
| LINDER GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | $39,368,546 | ||
| EVERHART MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY SCIENCE & ART | NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM | 5703467186 | $667,129 | |
| WYOMING HISTORICAL AND GEOLOGICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5708236244 | $257,657 | |
| LACKAWANNA AND WYOMING VALLEY RAIL HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $173,369 | ||
| LACKAWANNA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7173443841 | $145,817 | |
| ELECTRIC CITY TROLLEY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 300 CLIFF ST | 5709636590 | $93,686 |
| ANTHRACITE HERITAGE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5709634804 | $76,923 | |
| TIMMY'S TOWN CENTER | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | THE MALL AT STEAMTOWN 300 LACKAWANNA AVENUE | 5703411511 | $48,510 |
| SUSQUEHANNA RIVER ARCHAEOLOGICAL CENTER | HISTORY MUSEUM | PO BOX 12 | 6075657960 | $42,653 |
| ANTHRACITE HISTORICAL DISCOVERY CENTER | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5702825595 | $8,189 | |
| ARCHBALD BOROUGH HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| CARBONDALE HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 1 N MAIN ST #3 | 5702820385 | |
| CLIFFORD TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| DUNMORE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5705581060 | ||
| ENDLESS MOUNTAINS NATURE CENTER | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 1309 VOSBURG RD | 5708363835 | |
| FOREST CITY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5707853800 | ||
| GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC MEMORIAL ASSN OF SCRANTON | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| GRAND ARMY-REPUBLIC MEMORIAL | HISTORY MUSEUM | 6308977221 | ||
| HOT DOG HALL OF FAME | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5708255303 | ||
| HOUDINI MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 1433 N MAIN AVENUE | 5703425555 | |
| JERMYN HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| LAKE ARIEL REGION HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| LATHROP TOWNSHIP AND GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| MASLOW COLLECTION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 2300 ADAMS AVE | 5703486211 | |
| MUSEUM OF ANTHRACITE MINING | GENERAL MUSEUM | 22 BALD MOUNTAIN RD | 5709634804 | |
| NATHAN DENISON HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5702885531 | ||
| OLD FORGE COAL MINE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| SCRANTON IRON FURNACES | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5709634804 | ||
| STEAMTOWN MUSEUM ASSOCIATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| STEAMTOWN NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5703405192 | ||
| SWETLAND HOMESTEAD | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5706932740 | ||
| WAYMART AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| WEST PITTSTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION |
Libraries in Dickson City
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCRANTON PUBLIC LIBRARY | 500 VINE STREET | 0.0 | 327,918 | |||
| OSTERHOUT FREE LIBRARY | 71 SOUTH FRANKLIN ST | 0.0 | 159,154 | |||
| ABINGTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY | 1200 WEST GROVE STREET | 0.0 | 159,000 | |||
| CARBONDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 5 NORTH MAIN ST | 0.0 | 74,126 | |||
| POCONO MOUNTAIN PUBLIC LIBRARY | 5500 MUNICIPAL DR | 0.0 | 73,648 | |||
| PITTSTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 47 BROAD ST | 0.0 | 71,854 | |||
| NORTH POCONO PUBLIC LIBRARY | 113 VAN BRUNT ST | 0.0 | 54,000 | |||
| VALLEY COMMUNITY LIBRARY | 739 RIVER ST | 0.0 | 44,249 | |||
| WEST PITTSTON LIBRARY | 200 EXETER AVE | 0.0 | 30,830 | |||
| TAYLOR COMMUNITY LIBRARY | 710 SOUTH MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 28,756 | |||
| WYOMING FREE LIBRARY | 358 WYOMING AVE | 0.0 | 22,615 | |||
| FACTORYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 163 COLLEGE AVENUE | 0.0 | 8,238 | |||
| DALTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY | 113 EAST MAIN ST | 0.0 | 7,300 |
Farmers Markets in Dickson City
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abington Farmers Market | 12055 Rose Drove | ||||
| Carbondale Farmers Market | 1 North Main Street | June to October | Tue:11:00 AM - 6:00 PM;Thu:11:00 AM - 6:00 PM; | ||
| Co-Operative Farmers Market | 900 Barring Avenue | 07/15/2019 to 11/20/2019 | Mon: 12:00 PM-6:00 PM;Wed: 12:00 PM-6:00 PM;Fri: 12:00 PM-6:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Essential Eating Farmers Market | 515 Northern Boulevard (Rt. 6/11) | Visit | |||
| Pittston City Farmers Market | 35 Broad Street | ||||
| South Side Farmers' Market | Alder Street and Cedar Avenue | 05/12/2018 to 10/06/2018 | Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| The University of Scranton Farmer's Market | 159 Cedar Ave. | Visit | |||
| Wilkes-Barre Farmers Market | Public Square | Visit |
Hotels in Dickson City
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dickson City
19 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Dickson City
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Dickson City
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Dickson City
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dickson City
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Dickson City
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Dickson City
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Dickson City
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Guys & A Beer'd Llc. | Carbondale, PA, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Carbondale Brewers, (1),, (1), Carbondale, PA, | 10 Enterprise Dr | 5702802739 | Visit |
| Bagasevich LLC | Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaura | 1902 Jackson St | 5709619956 | |
| Bar At The Patch Inc The | Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaura | 110 W Grove St | 5703413510 | |
| Beer Super | Brewery | 485 Scott St | 5708238788 | |
| Breaker Brewing Company | Brewery and Gastropub, Brewery | 787 E Northampton St | 5703929078 | Visit |
| Dublin's Pub & Grill | Cocktail Lounges, Bars / Taverns, Scranton Bars, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Barbecue, Pub, Restaurants & | 501 S Main Ave | 5705580558 | |
| Hotel Sun | Cocktail Lounges, Travel & Leisure, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Scranton Rooming and Boardin | 410 Cedar Ave | 5703445097, 5703444785 | Visit |
| Kaps Taps | Bars, Cocktail Lounges, food and drink, Restaurant, Restaurants, drinking, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Ba | 301 Main St | 5704513010 | |
| Kilcoyne's Tavern Inc | Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaura | 129 S Main St | 5709694331 | |
| L & M Tavern | Restaurant, Carbondale, PA, Breweries & Brew Pubs, general contractors, plumbers, real estate devel | 24 S Main St | 5702823360 | |
| Moran's Pub | Bars, Cocktail Lounges, food and drink, Restaurants, drinking, Breweries & Brew Pubs, recreation, Co | 501 N Bromley Ave | 5703471755 | |
| Morganz Pub & Eatery | Bars, American Restaurant, Brewery, and Pub Greenridge, Restaurants, American Restaurant, Brewery, a | 315 Green Ridge St | (570) 344-8300, 5703448300 | Visit |
| Quent's Corner Pub | Dunmore Pa, Restaurants & Bars, Restaurants, Dunmore Restaurants, Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, C | 233 E Drinker St | 5709615510 | |
| Rep's Place | Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaura | 2225 Jackson St | 5703425197 | |
| Susquehanna Brewing Company | Breweries, Food & Drink | 635 S Main St | 5706543557 | |
| The Lion Brewery | Brewery | 700 N Pennsylvania Ave | ||
| Waymart Beverage Inc | Waymart, PA, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Waymart Beer, Ale and Non-Alcoholic Brewers/Distributors, Wa | 724 Roosevelt Hwy | 5704887940 | |
| Wilkes Barre Clay Products Co | Clay Brick Common Brick & Brick Face, Natural Stone, Beer & Beverages, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Buildi | 140 Dilley St | 5.70E+09 |
Ski Resorts Near Dickson City
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 Dickson City
5 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| COSTA DRUGS | 800 MAIN STREET | 570-489-5161 |
| CVS - 1615 | 1600 MAIN STREET | 570-383-3211 |
| GIANT - 316 | 1550 NORTH MAIN STREET | 570-307-1322 |
| TARGET | 1140 COMMERCE BOULEVARD | 570-383-7129 |
| WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1884 | 900 COMMERCE BOULEVARD | 570-383-4533 |
Daycare Centers in Dickson City
6 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.
| Facility | Type | Phone | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHRISTIAN CHILD CARES LLC 731 OAK ST |
RELIGIOUS FACILITY, CHILD CARE CENTER | (570) 341-6969 | OPEN |
| DAYDREAMERS CHILD CARE LLC 140 N RR 407 |
CENTER BASED, CHILD CARE CENTER | (570) 945-0104 | OPEN |
| DICKSON CITY CIVIC CENTER 935 ALBERT ST |
CENTER BASED, CHILD CARE CENTER | (570) 383-1813 | OPEN |
| LITTLE PEOPLE DAY CARE SCHOOL 910 OAK ST |
SCHOOL BASED, CHILD CARE CENTER | (570) 961-0911 | OPEN |
| SCHOLARS IN TRAINING PRESCHOOL LLC 815 JUSTUS BLVD |
SCHOOL BASED, CHILD CARE CENTER | (570) 234-2439 | OPEN |
| THROOP BOROUGH COMMUNITY CIVIC CENTER DAY CARE 500 SANDERSON ST |
CENTER BASED, CHILD CARE CENTER | (570) 383-7906 | OPEN |
Cell Towers in Dickson City
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| Blair Hill Cell Site - 2 mi SW of SRs 2018 & 2017 | TOWER | 98 |
| STATE HIGHWAY 507 (78793) | LTOWER | 90 |
| 1 MILE NE OF RT. 507 & TOTEM POLE RD. | TOWER | 82 |
| 1 MILE NE OF RT. 507 & TOTEM POLE RD. | TOWER | 82 |
| 146 West Carbondale Road (44135) | LTOWER | 78 |
| (Mayfield) 1537 GREENFIELD | MTOWER | 61 |
| West Mountain Cell Site - 2 mi SW of RTs 307 & 9 | TOWER | 61 |
| 80 Kevin Lane (113501) | LTOWER | 61 |
| JACKSON STREET 307 AND PA TURNPIKE NORTHEAST EXT (2619) | GTOWER | 56 |
| IVY PARK ROAD (2655) | GTOWER | 56 |
| AHN 1494 AT STATE ROAD 590 (16233) | GTOWER | 55 |
Fire Stations in Dickson City
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dickson City Fire Department | 1 Eagle LN | Volunteer | 570-383-0923 |
Bridges in Dickson City
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1958 | 138 | 49,634 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1958 | 410 | 49,634 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1997 | 53 | 49,634 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1958 | 81 | 39,499 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1941 | 27 | 34,701 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1963 | 97 | 34,701 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1958 | 161 | 29,825 | F | |
| Arch (Deck) | Masonry | 1900 | 34 | 10,771 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1990 | 119 | 5,575 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1993 | 133 | 4,957 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1964 | 160 | 2,110 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1979 | 37 | 2,000 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1979 | 45 | 1,285 | P | |
| Arch (Deck) | Concrete | 2018 | 38 | 1,230 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1983 | 22 | 400 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1958 | 162 | 109 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1958 | 49 | 50 | P |
Amtrak Stations in Dickson City
2 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Scranton, PA | 30 Lackawanna Avenue | BUS |
| Wilkes-Barre, PA | 47 South Washington Street | BUS |
Superfund Sites Near Dickson City
2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| ARCHBALD POWER STA | 170 POWER BOULEVARD | LACKAWANNA |
| ARCHBALD POWER STA | 170 POWER BOULEVARD | LACKAWANNA |
Airports Near Dickson City
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field | BGM | Medium Airport |
| Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport | AVP | Medium Airport |
| Air Haven Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ashlawn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Beltzville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Blairstown Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Boden Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Boehm's Field | - | Small Airport |
| Braden Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Broadt Personal Use Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Campis Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Carrar Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cavage Personal Use Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chambers Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Charles G. Kalko Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chenango Bridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cherry Ridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cherry Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cosklos Elkview Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Countryside Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Deer Meadows Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Double D Skyranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| East Penn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flying Dollar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flying M Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Gap View Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Giffin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grayce Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grover Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hallett's Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hazleton Municipal Airport | HZL | Small Airport |
| Hiawatha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| High Meadow Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| J P Reilly Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jake Arner Memorial Airport | - | Small Airport |
| John E. Rogers Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kellachows Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kirkwood Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Kohn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lazy J. Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Luke Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malinchak Private Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Markle Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Matthews Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mc Donald's Airport | - | Small Airport |
| McKinney Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Pleasant Landing Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Mountain Bay Air Park Inc Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mountain Top Airport | - | Small Airport |
| MSM Airport | - | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Dickson City
24 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Avoca Police Department | 752 Main Street | |
| City of Carbondale Police | ||
| Dunmore Police Department | ||
| Exeter Borough Police Department | 1101 Wyoming Avenue | |
| Forty Fort Police Department | 1271 Wyoming Avenue | |
| Jenkins Township Police Department | 48 Colonel Jenkins Drive | |
| Jessup Police Station | ||
| Moosic Police Department | 606 River Street | |
| Old Forge Police Department | 310 South Main Street | |
| Olyphant Police Department | ||
| Pennsylvania State Police | ||
| Pennsylvania State Police Training Center | 1989 | |
| Police Barracks | ||
| Scranton Police Department | 100 South Washington Avenue | |
| Scranton Police Headquarters | ||
| State Police Headquarters | ||
| Swoyersville Police Dept | ||
| Taylor Police Department | 120 Union Street | |
| Throop Borough Police | 201 Charles Street | |
| University Police | Mulberry Street | |
| Waymart Borough Police Department | ||
| West Pittston Borough Building | ||
| Wilkes-Barre City Police Headquarters | 15 North Washington Street | |
| Wilkes-Barre Township Police Department | 150 Watson Street |
Grocery Stores in Dickson City
20 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| ALDI 75019 75019 | Supermarket | 1115 Scranton Carbondale Hwy |
| Convenient Food Mart 3001 | Convenience Store | 2500 Boulevard Ave |
| Convenient Food Mart 3021 | Convenience Store | 337 W Market St |
| Convenient Food Mart3032 3032 | Convenience Store | 3021 N Main Ave |
| CVS 1615 | Other | 1600 Main St |
| Dickson Mini Mart | Convenience Store | 542 Boulevard Ave |
| Dollar General 9235 | Other | 1779 N Keyser Ave |
| Dollar Tree 1380 | Other | 1780 N Keyser Ave |
| Dollar Tree 1670 | Other | 640 Commerce Blvd |
| Express Mart & Cafe | Convenience Store | 2211 Boulevard Ave |
| Main St Mini Mart | Convenience Store | 925 Main St |
| Ocean State Job Lot 602 | Other | 401 Scranton Carbondale Hwy |
| Phenix2 Corp | Convenience Store | 416 W Market St |
| Sam's Club 6581 | Super Store | 921 Viewmont Dr |
| SCHIFFS RESTAURANT SERV INC | Super Store | 3410 N Main Ave |
| Sheetz 359 | Convenience Store | 610 Scranton Carbondale Hwy |
| Target Stores 1474 | Super Store | 1140 Commerce Blvd |
| The Fresh Grocer Keyser Ave Shopping Center | Super Store | 1782 N Keyser Ave |
| Walmart Supercenter 1884 | Super Store | 900 Commerce Blvd |
| Wegmans 76 | Supermarket | 1315 Cold Spring Rd |
Treatment Centers in Dickson City
12 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| A Better Today Inc | Substance Abuse | 570-825-1442 |
| A Better Today Inc | Substance Abuse | 570-344-1444 |
| CleanSlate Centers | Substance Abuse | 570-904-6000 |
| Drug and Alcohol Treatment Servs Inc - Outpatient Services | Substance Abuse | 570-961-1997 x212 |
| Moses Taylor Hospital - Senior Mental Health | Mental Health | 570-770-6395 |
| Scranton Counseling Center | Both | 570-348-6100 x3205 |
| TPALS - Turning Point Alt Living Solutions | Substance Abuse | 570-820-0589 |
| TPALS - Turning Point Alt Living Solutions | Substance Abuse | 570-880-7614 |
| Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center - Veterans Affairs | Both | 570-824-3521 x27738 |
| Wright Center for Community Health | Both | 570-343-2383 |
| WY Valley Alc and Drug Servs Inc - Alcohol and Drug Services Inc | Substance Abuse | 570-820-8888 |
| Wyoming Valley Alc and Drug Servs Inc | Substance Abuse | 570-820-8888 |
DOL Wage Violations in Dickson City
8 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $230,232 in back wages owed to 55 employees.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dickson City Eastern Buffett | SIGNIFICANT | - | 18508 | - | 1 | $125,344 | $25,069 | 5 |
| Teppanyaki Grill & Buffet | - | - | 18519 | - | 1 | $88,890 | $4,678 | 19 |
| United Financial Management Group, Inc. | - | - | 18519 | - | 1 | $5,808 | $528 | 11 |
| Liberty Travel | - | - | 18519 | - | 1 | $4,499 | $4,499 | 1 |
| Kriger Construction, Inc. | - | Kriger Construction | 18519 | - | 1 | $2,148 | $215 | 10 |
| Red Robin Restaurants | - | - | 18519 | - | 1 | $1,696 | $565 | 3 |
| McCarthy Tire Service - Store #8 | - | - | 18519 | - | 1 | $1,674 | $335 | 5 |
| Sarno & Son Tuxedos | - | - | 18519 | - | 1 | $172 | $172 | 1 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dickson City
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| BRAZILIAN REFORMED CHURCH | 106 LINCOLN ST |
| CHRISTIANS ON A MISSION MINISTRIES INC | 610 LINCOLN ST |
| CONCILIO INTERNACIONAL IGLESIA PENTECOSTAL DIOS CON NOSOTROS INC | 714 BOULEVARD AVE |
| DICKSON CITY PM CHURCH | 516 JACKSON ST |
| SAINT STEPHEN LUTHERAN CHURCH | 701 W LACKAWANINA AVE |
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Mines Near Dickson City
4 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Dickson City.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Bell Mountain | Crushed, Broken Stone NEC - Surface (Intermittent) |
| Marvine Bagging Plant | Coal (Anthracite) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Marvine Bank | Coal (Anthracite) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Marvine Bank/Dickson City Bank | Coal (Anthracite) - Facility (Abandoned) |
Haunted Places Near Dickson City
1 reported haunted locations found near Dickson City.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Eagle Hose Co. #6 (firehouse) | to be honest just weird things but they only happen when you are the only person there whether in the basement or on the top floor there is a history here check into it. |
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What is the population of Dickson City?
Dickson City has a population of 6,022 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 1,255 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.7% female and 44.3% male.
Is Dickson City expensive to live in?
Dickson City 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 $58,343, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $184,700 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $951 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Dickson City?
Dickson City 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. 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 Dickson City?
The job market in Dickson City faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.1% / significantly above 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 27 minutes, and 7.0% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Dickson City?
The median home value in Dickson City is $184,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,281. According to Redfin, the median sale price is $325,000, with homes typically selling within 10 days. For renters, the median monthly rent is $951. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 65.1%. The average annual property tax is $6,552.
How are the schools in Dickson City?
Schools in Dickson City score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 25.1% of adults in Dickson City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. 12.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Dickson City?
The obesity rate in Dickson City is 36.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 26.9% of adults are smokers. 29.7% are physically inactive. 3.3% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 91.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,212.
What is transportation like in Dickson City?
The average commute in Dickson City is 27 minutes. 78.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.0% work from home.
What are the demographics of Dickson City?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Dickson City is 89.9% White, 1.4% Black or African American, 5.8% Hispanic or Latino, 1.5% Asian. 94% of residents speak only English at home. 8.3% of the population are military veterans. 21.1% of residents have a disability. 96.7% have health insurance coverage.
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