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Pocono charm, natural beauty, small-town spirit.
Effort exudes a relaxed, rural character. The community is close-knit, with a strong sense of local pride and a welcoming spirit. Residents enjoy a slower pace of life surrounded by the beauty of the Pocono Mountains.
City Snapshot
Population
2,269
County
Monroe County
Timezone
America/New_York
Median Income
$91,161
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