Plains, PA

Population
4,153
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
647 ft
Median Home Value
$155,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$889/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$74,150
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Located along the Susquehanna River just north of Wilkes-Barre, Plains offers a practical, close-knit suburban lifestyle in the heart of Luzerne County. The neighborhood grew out of the region's historic coal era, leaving behind dense, friendly residential streets and a strong sense of local community. Getting around is simple, as Route 309 and the Cross Valley Expressway give residents quick access to downtown Wilkes-Barre, Pittston, and Interstate 81 for easy regional travel.

Families here are served by the Wilkes-Barre Area School District and enjoy access to neighborhood parks along with a branch of the Osterhout Free Library. Everyday shopping, dining, and healthcare are right down the road along local commercial corridors and in neighboring towns. The community also hosts Mohegan Pennsylvania, a popular resort and entertainment hub that draws visitors from across the region. Overall, Plains provides a convenient, comfortable home base with straightforward access to everything the Wyoming Valley has to offer.

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