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Hazleton, PA Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$110/mo
$60/mo
$40/mo
$20/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $900/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1200/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1500/mo |
| Median Home Price | $180,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.8% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
Hazleton’s housing market is relatively affordable compared to national averages, with a mix of historic homes and newer developments. Demand has been steady due to its proximity to larger cities like Allentown and Scranton.
Cost of Living
95
-5% below national average
90
85
92
$800
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.8% |
| <p>State 6% + County 0% + City 0%</p> | |
Pennsylvania has a flat 3.07% state income tax rate; no local income taxes in Hazleton.
Family & Relocation
55
6/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
Limited public transit; sidewalks are common but uneven in older neighborhoods.
- Hazle Township Community Park
- Hazleton Area Public Library
- Cinema & Drafthouse
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Household Budget Calculator
Estimate your real monthly cost of living in Hazleton based on your household profile.
📰 Live Local News
Property inspections required for rentals; no strict zoning for home businesses.
Financial Tools
- Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Hazleton — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Winter heating costs can double gas bills, while summer AC use raises electric bills by 30%. Spring/fall are the most affordable utility seasons.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
Key ZIP code level tax info: Luzerne County millage rate of 5.5, no local surtaxes specific to Hazleton.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6/10: Decent sidewalk coverage but hills and older infrastructure limit accessibility. Parks are stroller-friendly but scattered.
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