ZIP Code 18635, Pennsylvania
ZIP Code 18635 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 18635 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Columbia County / Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,734. The land area covers 37.63 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,734 | ±358 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45.3 yrs | ±4.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,604 | ±124 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,787 | ±131 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,604 | ±124 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 183 | ±69 |
| Median Home Value | $195,800 | ±$15,697 |
| Median Gross Rent | $896 | ±$86 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $73,480 | ±$5,694 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,155 | ±$3,183 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.3% | ±2.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 270 | ±82 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.5% | ±2.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,821 | ±173 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.6% | ±3.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 66,012 (2024)
ID: 133450
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
11 W MAIN ST, BLOOMSBURG PA 17815-1702
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Hazleton, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Bloomsburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Benton, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Benton, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Berwick, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Berwick, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bloomsburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bloomsburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Bloomsburg, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Bloomsburg, PA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton
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College | 9.4 mi away | 76 University Drive, Hazleton, PA, 18202-8025 |
5704503000
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MCBRIDE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 500 MARKET STREET, BERWICK, PA, 18603 |
(570) 752-2241
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Hazleton Area Career Center
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College Vocational | 11.6 mi away | 1451 West 23rd Street, Hazle TWP., PA, 18202 |
570459322182407
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NUREMBERG BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 45 BRUSH STREET, NUREMBERG, PA, 18241 |
(570) 384-4101
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Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania
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College | 12.9 mi away | 400 East Second Street, Bloomsburg, PA, 17815 |
5703894000
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VALLEY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 8.1 mi away | 211 MAIN ST, CONYNGHAM, PA, 18219 |
(570) 788-1339
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Luzerne County Community College
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College | 15.8 mi away | 521 Trailblazer Drive, Nanticoke, PA, 18634 |
5707400200
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COLUMBIA COUNTY TRAVELING LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 702 SAWMILL ROAD, SUITE 101, BLOOMSBURG, PA, 17815 |
(570) 387-8782
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Schuylkill Technology Center
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College Vocational | 17.6 mi away | 101 Technology Dr, Frackville, PA, 17931 |
5708741412
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RINGTOWN AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 132 W. MAIN STREET, RINGTOWN, PA, 17967 |
(570) 889-5503
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at MAHANOY CITY 2 N, PA US, located 13.8 miles from ZCTA5 18635. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.5° | 17.6° | 25.0° | 3.89" | 12.3" |
| February | 34.8° | 17.8° | 26.3° | 3.00" | 12.7" |
| March | 43.8° | 24.9° | 34.4° | 4.21" | 9.2" |
| April | 57.4° | 36.6° | 47.0° | 4.39" | 2.1" |
| May | 67.4° | 46.5° | 57.0° | 4.65" | 0.0" |
| June | 75.9° | 55.9° | 65.9° | 5.07" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.2° | 60.6° | 70.4° | 5.20" | 0.0" |
| August | 77.9° | 58.3° | 68.1° | 4.68" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.1° | 52.0° | 62.0° | 5.24" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.3° | 41.3° | 50.8° | 4.85" | 0.5" |
| November | 47.7° | 30.6° | 39.2° | 4.12" | 2.2" |
| December | 37.0° | 22.8° | 29.9° | 4.29" | 9.0" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nescopeck borough | Borough | 1.7 mi | — |
| East Berwick CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Berwick borough | Borough | 3.1 mi | — |
| Foundryville CDP | CDP | 3.7 mi | — |
| Briar Creek borough | Borough | 4.5 mi | — |
| Mifflinville CDP | CDP | 5.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 18635. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.