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Olyphant, PA

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Population
5,390
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
776 ft
Median Home Value
$160,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$963/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$66,423
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in PennsylvaniaPopulation rankingHighest population places in PennsylvaniaNearest larger communityScranton, Pennsylvania5.7 miles away · 75,514 residents.

About Olyphant

Olyphant is a borough in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, situated along the Lackawanna River six miles northeast of Scranton. Historically serving as the headquarters of the Lackawanna Coal Company and a prominent center for anthracite mining, the community of approximately 5,381 is served by the Mid Valley School District for public education locally.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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