Wilkes-Barre
Luzerne County
Wilkes-Barre, PA
Luzerne County
The seat of Luzerne County, anchoring the Wyoming Valley with a walkable downtown and historic residential districts.
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Everything you need to plan a move to NEPA — from communities and housing to commuting, utilities and a moving checklist.
Getting to know NEPA
Start with the big picture — the region's communities, housing and everyday life.
Get oriented to the region's geography, valleys and layout.
Compare communities using neutral, factual information.
Understand the local housing options and typical price ranges.
Parks, trails, rivers and year-round outdoor activities.
A four-season climate with warm summers and snowy winters.
Regional retail, groceries and everyday services.
The practical details that shape day-to-day life after a move.
Major highways including I-81 and I-476 connect the region.
Typical commutes between NEPA communities and job centers.
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International serves the area.
Healthcare, education, logistics and manufacturing are among the region's sectors.
An overview of regional hospitals and healthcare systems.
Where to find official information about local schools and colleges.
An overview of state and local tax considerations.
Setting up electric, gas, water, internet and trash service.
Dive into individual communities — each guide covers housing, market snapshots and local resources.
Wilkes-Barre
Luzerne County
Luzerne County
The seat of Luzerne County, anchoring the Wyoming Valley with a walkable downtown and historic residential districts.
Explore Wilkes-BarreScranton
Lackawanna County
Lackawanna County
The largest city in NEPA and the seat of Lackawanna County, known for its rail history and revitalized downtown core.
Explore ScrantonPittston
Luzerne County
Luzerne County
A riverfront city midway between Scranton and Wilkes-Barre with a compact, revitalized Main Street.
Explore PittstonKingston
Luzerne County
Luzerne County
A residential borough across the Susquehanna River from Wilkes-Barre with tree-lined streets and local shops.
Explore KingstonDallas
Luzerne County
Luzerne County
A borough and surrounding township in the Back Mountain area offering more open, suburban settings.
Explore DallasHazleton
Luzerne County
Luzerne County
A city in southern Luzerne County at one of the highest elevations in the region, with a diverse, growing community.
Explore HazletonA practical sequence to keep your move on track.
Compare NEPA cities and neighborhoods using neutral resources and city guides.
Estimate a comfortable monthly payment or rent before you commit.
Start a home search or arrange a rental in your target area.
Book movers, transfer records and schedule time off as needed.
Arrange electric, gas, water, internet and trash ahead of move-in.
Change your address, register vehicles and update key accounts.
Community information is provided as neutral, factual resources. We do not rank neighborhoods or schools or make subjective claims about who a community is "best" for. For school data, consult official state and district sources.