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About Scranton, Pennsylvania

Scranton is a locality in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, United States. With a population of 366,238, Scranton is a major urban centre in Pennsylvania. The population density is 1160.6 people per km². Scranton is located at 41.4090°N, 75.6624°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 18504.

Scranton defines the rugged character of the Lackawanna Valley, where the persistent Roaring Brook cuts through a landscape shaped by deep, internal geology. It lies 1.7 miles west-southwest of Dunmore, PA (from Dunmore, PA: bearing 244°T), and is situated 4.6 miles northeast of Old Forge. The horizon is framed by the distant, hazy silhouettes of the Pocono Mountains, reminding all who look out that the terrain is one of ancient, compressed earth. Within the immediate boundaries, Scranton Veterans Memorial Park provides a quiet, green anchor for the urban grid, while the nearby Nay Aug Park Gorge offers a dramatic, vertical relief to the surrounding slopes. Those who walk the land feel the weight of the elevation, a place where the light at dusk turns a bruised, metallic purple against the gray stone of the valley walls. Settlement in Scranton grew from the raw, subterranean wealth of the earth, drawing strength from the coal that once fueled the industrial ambition of the nation. The founders saw in the confluence of the Roaring Brook and the surrounding geography a powerhouse capable of driving massive iron works and early manufacturing. As the deep shafts and breaker buildings rose, Scranton transformed from a frontier outpost into a dense, vertical center of industry. This history remains etched into the architecture of the downtown district, where the brick facades and heavy, formal structures reflect the gravity of an era when the entire region turned on the rhythm of the steam whistle and the heavy, rhythmic labor of the mines. Economic life in Scranton has transitioned from the extraction of raw materials to a diverse landscape of healthcare, education, and light manufacturing. The presence of institutions like The University of Scranton provides a steady, intellectual pulse to the streets, drawing students into a setting where the infrastructure—from the rail lines that once carried coal to the modern highway network—remains a testament to the town’s enduring capacity for connection. Water remains a vital, functional element of the surroundings, with the serene surface of Lake Scranton serving as a quiet reservoir that contrasts with the industrious energy of the local workforce. As the seasons shift, the local economy keeps a steady, predictable pace, favoring long-term resilience over the frantic volatility of larger, more exposed markets. Cultural expression in Scranton is defined by a deep sense of place, seen in the annual festivals that gather neighbors amidst the grand, historic landmarks of the center. Residents often find their recreation in the shadow of Nay Aug Falls, where the sound of moving water creates a constant, natural backdrop to the bustle of daily life. While Scranton does not host professional major league teams, the spirit of local competition flourishes in collegiate sports, which draw crowds with a fervor that borders on the religious. The town is widely associated with the legacy of figures like Joe Biden, whose roots in the area mirror the grit and plain-spoken nature of the local populace. For those seeking to traverse the wilder edges of the region, the Pinnacle Trail offers a path toward the quiet, wooded ridges that overlook the valley floor.

About This Scranton Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Scranton, Pennsylvania — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 41.408969, -75.662412. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Scranton and Lackawanna County.

Detailed location data for Scranton includes the ZIP code (18503), telephone area code (215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878), county seat of Lackawanna County (Scranton), and school district assignment (Scranton School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Scranton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.