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About Luzerne
Borough in Pennsylvania, USLuzerne is a borough located 5 miles (8 km) north of Wilkes Barre in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 2,703 at the time of the 2020 census.
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Housing in Luzerne
The typical Luzerne home is worth about $183,000, down 2% in a year, 37% below the Pennsylvania typical home.
Only 3 sales in May 2026, too few for a market read. The typical value is the steadier guide.
Safety in Luzerne
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Work & commute in Luzerne
Full picture →Most working residents leave Luzerne for work: only 5% work in town. The top destinations are Wilkes-Barre (17%), Plains (10%) and Kingston (7%). Half commute less than 5 miles.
Health in Luzerne
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Natural hazards in Luzerne
Expected storm and flood damage is higher than in 60% of U.S. communities.
Climate in Luzerne
Full climate →Luzerne has chilly, snowy winters and warm summers. A typical July afternoon reaches 85°, a January night drops to 18°, and about 45 inches of snow falls in a normal winter.
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