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Kingston, PA Utility & Living Guide

Kingston is a borough in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is located on the western bank of the Susquehanna River opposite Wilkes-Barre. Kingston was first settled in the early 1770s, and incorporated as a borough in 1857. As of the 2020 census, the population was 13,349, making it th

Last updated: June 25, 2026

Total Utilities$305/mo

1BR Rent$1200/mo

Sales Tax7.5%

COL Index105 (+5% above national average)

Family Score6/10

Median Home$320,000

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

PPL Electric Utilities

🔥 Gas

$50/mo

UGI Utilities

💧 Water

$45/mo

Kingston Municipal Water Authority

🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Waste Management

📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead$305/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$1200/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1600/mo
3 Bedrooms	$2100/mo
Median Home Price	$320,000
Property Tax Rate	1.2%
Avg Childcare/mo	$1000

Kingston’s housing market remains competitive with steady demand for single-family homes. Prices have risen moderately over the past year, reflecting the area’s desirability for families and commuters.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$1000

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax	7.5%
Property Tax Rate	1.2%
<p>State 6% + County 1% + City 0.5%</p>

Pennsylvania has a flat 3.07% state income tax rate.

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score

6/10

Safety Index

Higher = safer

School Rating

6.5/10

GreatSchools avg

Avg Childcare

$1000/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

+1.2% (growing)

Political Climate

Purple (mixed Democratic/Republican)

Business Momentum

Moderate with key industries in healthcare, education, and retail

Top Local Concerns

Property taxes, infrastructure maintenance, school funding

🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit options; most families rely on personal vehicles. Some bus routes accommodate strollers but service is infrequent.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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Kingston Recreation Center
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Nesbitt Park
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Wyoming Valley Children's Museum

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The Forty Fort border area and Edwardsville side offer the best family environments with quality schools and parks. Midtown Kingston provides walkable access to amenities with historic homes.

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Kingston requires residential parking permits in certain areas and has strict snow removal ordinances for property owners.

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📊 Kingston — Census & Demographic Data

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

💰 Median Household Income

$51,539

👤 Median Age

37.8

🏠 Homeownership Rate

46.2%

🔑 Renter Rate

53.8%

📉 Poverty Rate

16.2%

💼 Unemployment Rate

5.7%

📡 Internet Access

85.0%

🎓 College Educated

27.6%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Winter heating costs can double gas bills from December-February. Summer AC use typically increases electric bills by 30-40% during heat waves.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

7/10: Good sidewalk coverage in residential areas but some uneven surfaces. Multiple parks with stroller access. Limited elevator availability in older buildings.

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