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History, Heritage, and Hometown Hospitality in Nanticoke

Nanticoke exudes a friendly, close-knit atmosphere where neighbors know each other and community events are well-attended. The city retains a strong sense of its past, visible in its architecture and local traditions. It's a place where the pace of life is a little slower, and community pride runs deep.

Downtown Nanticoke
COMMUNITY GUIDE · NANTICOKE
Nanticoke, Luzerne County

City Snapshot

Population

10,628

County

Luzerne County

Timezone

America/New_York

Median Income

$56,238

Quick Numbers

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Emergency Services

Poison Control

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Domestic Violence Hotline

Child Abuse Hotline

Veterans Crisis Line

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center

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Community Leaders

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Dave McCormick

U.S. Senator

Republican Party

J
John Fetterman

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

Josh Shapiro
Josh Shapiro

Governor

Democratic Party