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Throop, PA

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Population
4,113
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
841 ft
Median Home Value
$165,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$983/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$57,462
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Throop

Throop is a quiet borough in Lackawanna County, located just minutes northeast of Scranton and right next door to Dunmore. Home to around 4,000 residents, the community offers a laid-back, small-town setting rooted in the region's historic coal-country heritage. Its convenient spot along Interstate 81 and Route 347 makes daily travel simple, putting downtown Scranton, regional employers, and everyday essentials within a short drive.

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Families are served by the Mid Valley School District, which operates campuses shared with neighboring valley towns. For recreation and community events, locals frequent spots like the Throop Civic Center and Washington Street Park. When you need more extensive shopping, dining, or specialized medical care, the retail hubs in Dickson City and downtown Scranton are only a few miles away, while the Pocono Mountains offer easy outdoor getaways close to home.

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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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