Cheap and honest; shrinking slowly. Median home price runs about $236K with an effective property tax near 1.49% — roughly $3,516/yr on the median home.
Scorecard
Dimension
Scranton
Median home price
$236K
Effective property tax
1.49%
Tax friendliness
6/10
Winter mildness
4/10
Summer comfort
8/10
Walkability
4/10
Outdoor access
6/10
Culture & food
4/10
Healthcare
6/10
Airport connectivity
5/10
Schools
6/10
Safety
6/10
Hazard safety (10 = lowest risk)
8/10
Growth trajectory
5/10
Who it fits: budget-first buyers. Who should look elsewhere: