Pocono Springs, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Lackawanna County County
Pocono Springs, PA
At a Glance
How Pocono Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pocono Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pocono Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pocono Springs residents earn a median household income of $48,864 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,105. The unemployment rate stands at 21.6% (500% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.0% 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 Pocono Springs is $159,900 , 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $301,062. Median rent is $1,493/month, with 34.9% 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 1990.
Education
14.7% of adults in Pocono Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below the national average). 94.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pocono Springs has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.