Hazleton, PA Utility & Living Guide

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Hazleton, PA Utility & Living Guide

Hazleton offers affordable living with a strong sense of community in northeastern Pennsylvania.

Last updated: June 25, 2026
Total Utilities$300/mo
1BR Rent$900/mo
Sales Tax6%
COL Index95 (-5% below national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$180,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$110/mo

PPL Electric Utilities
🔥 Gas

$60/mo

UGI Utilities
💧 Water

$40/mo

Hazleton City Authority
🗑️ Garbage

$20/mo

City of Hazleton Waste Collection
📶 Internet

$70/mo

Combined Average Overhead $300/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$900/mo
2 Bedrooms$1200/mo
3 Bedrooms$1500/mo
Median Home Price$180,000
Property Tax Rate1.8%
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

Overall COL Index

95

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

-5% below national average

Groceries

90

Transportation

85

Healthcare

92

Childcare/mo

$800

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax6%
Property Tax Rate1.8%
<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

Family Vibe Score
7/10
Safety Index

55

Higher = safer
School Rating

6/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$800/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+2% (growing)
Political Climate
Purple (mix of Republican and Democratic voters)
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in logistics, healthcare, and manufacturing
Top Local Concerns
Job opportunities, infrastructure maintenance, public safety
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit; sidewalks are common but uneven in older neighborhoods.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Hazle Township Community Park
  • 🎯
    Hazleton Area Public Library
  • 🎯
    Cinema & Drafthouse

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Heights and West Hazleton are popular for families due to better schools and parks. Downtown offers walkability but fewer green spaces.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

Live Local News

Property inspections required for rentals; no strict zoning for home businesses.

Hazleton is seeing growth in logistics and healthcare sectors. Local incentives aim to attract small businesses and remote workers.

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📊 Hazleton — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income
$40,782
👤 Median Age
36.6
🏠 Homeownership Rate
49.0%
🔑 Renter Rate
51.0%
📉 Poverty Rate
23.6%
💼 Unemployment Rate
6.9%
📡 Internet Access
79.9%
🎓 College Educated
10.8%

☀️ 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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