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Sugar Notch, PA

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

Sugar Notch is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 977. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
977 Population 987/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $29,989 per capita
$121,100 Home Value $154,693 Zillow
$879 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,100 home value, $879/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,100
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.0%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $879
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.8%
60% higher than US avg

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

People

Population977
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density987/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$29,989
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty19.8%
County GDP$20,580M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,100
Rent$879
Ownership59.5%
Zillow$154,693
Housing Units472
Rent Burden21.9%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property205/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary103/100K

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation865 ft (264 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.0%
High School+86.8%
Graduate+6.6%
School Score5.32

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute29 min
Broadband86.3%
EV Stations2
Libraries16

Is Sugar Notch a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sugar Notch receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sugar Notch offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sugar Notch is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sugar Notch is $121,100, 57% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $879 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Sugar Notch is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 205 per 100,000, 90% below the national average.

Education

18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Sugar Notch experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sugar Notch has a population of 977 with a density of 987 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 1.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.7% of residents. 6.5% of the population are veterans. 19.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

977
Total Population
987
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Sugar Notch vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sugar Notch vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sugar Notch is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,989 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,075, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7,474 business establishments, including 769 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 11.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sugar Notch vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,989
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$63,726
Gini Index0.451 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.8%
60% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,474
County GDP$20,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants769
Healthcare993
Retail1,145
Manufacturing299

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,079
74% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sugar Notch is $121,100, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,693, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 91.3% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $879 (24% 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. 59.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 472 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $6,079 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 21.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,100
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$154,693
Median List Price$172,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$172,000
$/Sq Ft$80
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio91.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$879
24% below US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership59.5%
Owner-Occupied59.5%
Renter-Occupied40.5%
Housing Units472
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,079
74% above US avg
Effective Rate5.02%
In Sugar Notch, 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 1:1,320. The dentist ratio is 1:1,532. 88.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Sugar Notch 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 Rate92.1%
Primary Care1:1,320
Dentists1:1,532
Mental Health1:668
Checkup Rate69.3%
Dental Visits58.4%
Premature Death10,192/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access88.9%
Healthcare Facilities993
Sugar Notch has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 205 per 100,000, 90% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 103, burglary at 103, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 30 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Sugar Notch receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property205.1/100K
90% below US avg
Burglary102.6/100K
Theft102.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson102.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Sugar Notch experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°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 48.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 865 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation865 ft (264 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density987/sq mi
Coordinates41.1939°N, 75.9314°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyLuzerne County County
Nearest AirportHazleton Regional (HZL)
15 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.8"
29% above US avg
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.33"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.44"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score91.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability67.8 / 100
Community Resilience78.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively High
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Very High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively High
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 Jun 10, 2025.

Apr 5, 2024 2024 Tewksbury, New Jersey Earthquake M4.8 113 km
Jan 16, 1994 2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.6 97 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.2 97 km
Apr 5, 2024 7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M3.7 114 km
Aug 26, 2003 4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey M3.1 95 km
Nov 14, 1997 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania M3.0 120 km
Feb 3, 2009 1 km ESE of Victory Gardens, New Jersey M3.0 123 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M2.9 97 km
Apr 27, 2024 7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M2.9 114 km
May 24, 2024 6 km E of Califon, New Jersey M2.9 112 km
Jun 10, 2025 10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania M2.8 74 km
May 10, 1993 1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania M2.8 94 km
Mar 11, 1995 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania M2.7 128 km
Jan 25, 2015 4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania M2.6 135 km
May 1, 2024 1 km NW of Gladstone, New Jersey M2.6 118 km
Apr 10, 2024 5 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey M2.6 116 km
Apr 5, 2024 6 km ESE of Califon, New Jersey M2.6 113 km
Jul 5, 1996 2 km NW of Chester Heights, Pennsylvania M2.6 148 km
Oct 28, 1996 2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania M2.6 105 km
Jan 18, 1994 3 km SE of Clay, Pennsylvania M2.6 114 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 1 231 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

260 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 4 fatalities, 94 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 2, 1998 EF3 48 km 2
May 31, 1998 EF3 79 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF3 99 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF3 71 km 0
Jul 26, 1981 EF3 56 km 0
Mar 21, 1976 EF3 67 km 0
Jun 18, 1970 EF3 94 km 1
Apr 14, 2019 EF2 40 km 0
Jun 13, 2018 EF2 9 km 0
Jun 13, 2018 EF2 86 km 0
Feb 25, 2017 EF2 16 km 0
Jul 8, 2014 EF2 61 km 0
Jul 23, 2010 EF2 71 km 0
Jul 29, 2009 EF2 64 km 0
Dec 1, 2006 EF2 18 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF2 67 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF2 63 km 0
Nov 8, 1996 EF2 55 km 0
Jul 17, 1992 EF2 96 km 0
Jul 15, 1992 EF2 35 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 106 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 66 km
2009 PENOBSCOT 2,091 6 km
2004 CRYSTAL LAKE 1,838 9 km
2020 SEVEN PINES 790 51 km
2015 RAZOR FIRE 728 51 km
2015 PIPELINE 1 666 23 km
2016 BEAR TOWN 649 59 km
1999 WORTHINGTO 514 72 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 35°F (2°C) 2.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.4 in
May 57°F (14°C) 4.0 in
June 66°F (19°C) 4.3 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in
August 69°F (21°C) 3.8 in Warmest
September 62°F (17°C) 3.7 in
October 51°F (11°C) 3.1 in
November 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 2.9 in

Sugar Notch has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 24°F in January to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.4").

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Sugar Notch is located in Luzerne County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 18.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 47% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.2% of the vote, a 19.2-point margin. 86.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 16 public libraries serving the community. 993 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 40%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.0%
47% below US avg
High School+86.8%
Graduate Degree+6.6%
School Test Score5.32
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density987/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountyLuzerne County County

Services

Broadband Access86.3%
Avg Download Speed179.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed8.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities993
Restaurants769
Retail Stores1,145

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home11.0%
Average costs for common services in Sugar Notch. 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 Luzerne 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 23,720 1,044 $60,843 1.14
Transportation & Warehousing 19,236 350 $52,955 3.13
Manufacturing 17,873 323 $66,010 1.50
Retail Trade 15,873 1,111 $35,150 1.09
Accommodation & Food Services 11,073 776 $22,247 0.84
Administrative & Waste Services 8,993 416 $41,064 1.05
Construction 5,248 585 $70,023 0.69
Wholesale Trade 4,776 341 $72,640 0.83
Professional & Technical Services 3,947 562 $79,007 0.39
Other Services 3,810 675 $39,170 0.87
Finance & Insurance 3,678 353 $80,053 0.62
Educational Services 3,193 76 $46,657 1.06
Management of Companies 1,636 71 $96,652 0.67
Arts & Entertainment 1,393 91 $35,155 0.57
Utilities 1,323 14 $148,029 2.40
Information & Technology 1,264 90 $67,076 0.46
Real Estate 1,097 251 $52,859 0.49
Mining & Oil/Gas 329 19 $80,917 0.60
Agriculture & Forestry 131 14 $46,044 0.11

Schools in Sugar Notch

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Hanover Area JSHS High 930 56 16.6:1
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Radio Stations near Sugar Notch

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 Sugar Notch

45 national parks and monuments found near Sugar Notch.

ParkTypeFee
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
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
French Creek 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 Furnace National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Ibberson Conservation Area State Park State Park Free
Lackawanna 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
Milton 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
Recreation Area State Park Free
Ricketts Glenn State Park State Park Free
Salt Springs State Park State Park Free
Shikellamy State Park State Park Free
Steamtown National Historic Site National Historic Site 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
Tyler State Park State Park Free
Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River Scenic & Recreational River Free
Worlds End State Park State Park Free

Museums in Sugar Notch

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SORDONI ART GALLERYART MUSEUM5704084325$116,646,619
MACDONALD GALLERYART MUSEUM$83,993,611
PAULY FRIEDMAN ART GALLERYART MUSEUM$83,993,611
WYOMING HISTORICAL AND GEOLOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5708236244$257,657
ECKLEY MINERS VILLAGE ASSOCIATESHISTORY MUSEUM5706362070$88,327
MEADOW RUN-MOUNTAIN LAKE PARK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5708218992$82,449
ANTHRACITE HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5709634804$76,923
GREATER HAZELTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5704558576$32,451
HAZLETON ART LEAGUEART MUSEUM225 E BROAD ST5704540092$29,525
CONYNGHAM VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5707888301$13,087
HISTORICAL AND PRESERVATION SOCIETY OF THE GREATER SHICKSHINNY AREAHISTORIC PRESERVATION$12,244
HOT DOG HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM5708255303
HUBER BREAKER PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
JOHN LOUIS POPPLE SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM25 FREDERICK STREET
MOUNTAIN TOP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MUSEUM OF ANTHRACITE MININGGENERAL MUSEUM22 BALD MOUNTAIN RD5709634804
NANTICOKE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5702581367
NATHAN DENISON HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5702885531
OLD FORGE COAL MINEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PLYMOUTH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5707795840
SCHULMAN GALLERYART MUSEUM
SWETLAND HOMESTEADHISTORIC PRESERVATION5706932740
WEST PITTSTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Sugar Notch

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BACK MOUNTAIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY96 HUNTSVILLE RD0.0173,432
HAZLETON AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY55 N CHURCH ST0.0172,061
OSTERHOUT FREE LIBRARY71 SOUTH FRANKLIN ST0.0159,154
HOYT LIBRARY284 WYOMING AVE0.085,496
PITTSTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY47 BROAD ST0.071,854
MILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY495 EAST MAIN ST0.052,628
MARIAN SUTHERLAND KIRBY LIB35 KIRBY AVENUE0.052,285
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

Farmers Markets in Sugar Notch

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Abington Farmers Market12055 Rose Drove
Back Mountain Farmers MarketGrounds of Back Mountain Memorial Library
Pittston City Farmers Market35 Broad Street
Wilkes-Barre Farmers MarketPublic SquareVisit
Wyoming County Cooperative Farmers MarketRoute 29, South

Restaurants in Sugar Notch

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Deff's Pizza
Deff's Pizza
Top Notch Pizza

Golf Courses in Sugar Notch

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wyoming Valley Country Club

Breweries in Sugar Notch

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bagasevich LLCBarbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaura1902 Jackson St5709619956
Beer SuperBrewery485 Scott St5708238788
Breaker Brewing CompanyBrewery and Gastropub, Brewery787 E Northampton St5703929078Visit
Jer's Simply HomebrewWinemaking Equipment & Supplies, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services861 Saint Johns Rd
Joyce Bill's Bar Grill, Joyce & Bill's Bar & GrillBars, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Barbecue, Beer Taverns & Pubs, Bar & Grills, Taverns, Bars181 S Wyoming St5704541954
Kaps TapsBars, Cocktail Lounges, food and drink, Restaurant, Restaurants, drinking, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Ba301 Main St5704513010
Kings RestaurantBreweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Resta49 S Mountain Blvd5704745464
Palace Bar Grill, Palace Bar & GrillBars, Cocktail Lounges, food and drink, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Barbecue, recreation, Co49 N Wyoming St5704551555
Pourhouse TheBarbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants7 N Main St5.71E+09
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 Sugar Notch

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

Daycare Centers in Sugar Notch

1 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERS
1810 S MAIN ST
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (570) 823-4424 OPEN

Cell Towers in Sugar Notch

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
DALLAS CELL SITE - 397 COUNTRY CLUB ROADTOWER82
ROCK GLEN ROAD (2665)LTOWER61
Route 93 (45281)LTOWER61
SPRING HILL ROAD ROUTE 940 ROAD 1 (12695)GTOWER61

Fire Stations in Sugar Notch

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Sugar Notch Fire and Hose Company #1233 Freed STVolunteer570-829-0280

Bridges in Sugar Notch

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196919418,628F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous19692044,726G

Amtrak Stations in Sugar Notch

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Wilkes-Barre, PA47 South Washington StreetBUS

Superfund Sites Near Sugar Notch

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
JOHNS MANVILLE600 JAYCEE DRIVE VALMONT INDUSTRIAL PARKLUZERNE

Airports Near Sugar Notch

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lehigh Valley International AirportABEMedium Airport
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International AirportAVPMedium Airport
Air Haven AirportSmall Airport
Allentown Queen City Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Ashlawn AirportSmall Airport
Beltzville AirportSmall Airport
Bendigo AirportSmall Airport
Benton AirportSmall Airport
Bloomsburg Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Blue Mountain Academy (Private) AirportSmall Airport
Boden AirportSmall Airport
Braden AirparkSmall Airport
Bradford County AirportSmall Airport
Broadt Personal Use AirportSmall Airport
Bugs AirportSmall Airport
Bullfly UltralightportSmall Airport
Carrar Farm AirportSmall Airport
Cash Creek 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
Danville AirportSmall Airport
Deer Meadows AirstripSmall Airport
Don's Place AirparkSmall Airport
Double D Skyranch AirportSmall Airport
Dwight's Delight AirportSmall Airport
Eagles Mere Field AirportSmall Airport
East Penn AirportSmall Airport
Fairview Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Flying Dollar AirportSmall Airport
Flying M AerodromeSmall Airport
Giffin AirportSmall Airport
Grayce Farms AirportSmall Airport
Grimes AirportSmall Airport
Grover AirportSmall Airport
Hazleton Municipal AirportHZLSmall Airport
Hi-Vu AirportSmall Airport
Hiawatha AirportSmall Airport
Hillview AirportSmall Airport
J P Reilly AirportSmall Airport
Jake Arner Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Kellachows AirportSmall Airport
Lake AirportSmall Airport
Lazy J. Ranch AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Sugar Notch

27 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Avoca Police Department752 Main Street
Butler Township Municipal Building415 West Butler Drive
Conyngham Police Department
Exeter Borough Police Department1101 Wyoming Avenue
Forty Fort Police Department1271 Wyoming Avenue
Freeland Police Station
Jenkins Township Police Department48 Colonel Jenkins Drive
Kingston Police Department500 Wyoming Avenue
Luzerne Police Station144 Academy Street
Moosic Police Department606 River Street
Nanticoke Police Department
Old Forge Police Department310 South Main Street
Pennsylvania State Police
Pennsylvania State Police
Pennsylvania State Police Shickshinny827 Salem Boulevard
Pennsylvania State Police Training Center1989
Police Services
Rice Township Police Department
Sugar Notch Police Department742 Main Street
Swoyersville Police Dept
Taylor Police Department120 Union Street
Weatherly Police Department
West Hazleton Police Department122 East Broad 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

Treatment Centers in Sugar Notch

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A Better Today IncSubstance Abuse570-825-1442
Childrens Service Center of - Wyoming ValleyBoth570-825-6425
ClearVision Health and Wellness LLCSubstance Abuse570-450-0686
Graniteville House of RecoverySubstance Abuse570-608-4051
Pathway to Recovery - Counseling and Educational ServicesSubstance Abuse570-455-9902
Pinnacle Treatment Centers - PA IXSubstance Abuse570-599-1096
TPALS - Turning Point Alt Living SolutionsSubstance Abuse570-820-0589
Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center - Veterans AffairsBoth570-824-3521 x27738
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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sugar Notch

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
WILKES-BARRE CHURCH OF CHRIST563 MOTT ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sugar Notch

What is the population of Sugar Notch?

Sugar Notch has a population of 977 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 987 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.7 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Sugar Notch expensive to live in?

Sugar Notch 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 $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $121,100 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $879 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sugar Notch safe?

Sugar Notch is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 205 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Sugar Notch receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Sugar Notch?

Sugar Notch has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Sugar Notch?

Sugar Notch has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,075. There are 7,474 business establishments in the area, including 769 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 11.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sugar Notch?

The median home value in Sugar Notch is $121,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,693. For renters, the median monthly rent is $879. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 59.5%. The average annual property tax is $6,079.

How are the schools in Sugar Notch?

Schools in Sugar Notch score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 18.0% of adults in Sugar Notch hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sugar Notch?

The obesity rate in Sugar Notch is 36.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 26.9% of adults are smokers. 29.7% are physically inactive. 88.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,320.

What is transportation like in Sugar Notch?

The average commute in Sugar Notch is 29 minutes. 79.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sugar Notch?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sugar Notch is 96% White, 1.6% Black or African American. 98.7% of residents speak only English at home. 6.5% of the population are military veterans. 19.6% of residents have a disability. 92.1% have health insurance coverage.

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