18702 — Wilkes-Barre, PA Home Values
Typical home value $180,086 as of June 2026 · 55th of 62 in Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 18702, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 18702 compares in the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA area
ZIP code 18702 (Wilkes-Barre, PA) has a typical home value of $180,086 as of June 2026, ranking 55th of 62 ZIP codes tracked in the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA area, more expensive than about 13% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +0.9% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +54.0%, from $116,970 in June 2021 to $180,086 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 10.7× the annual rent ($1,401/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Scranton.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 18702 has a population of 42,120, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 60.1% White, 24.1% Hispanic or Latino, 10% Black or African American, 3.3% two or more races, 2.2% Asian, 0.2% another race, and 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bear Creek Community CS | 30 Charter School Way, Bear Creek Township, PA | 3.2 mi |
| Wilkes-Barre Area Career & Technical Center | Jumper Road Plains Township, Wilkes-Barre, PA | 3.5 mi |
| Pittston Area SHS | 5 Stout Street Yatesville, Pittston, PA | 5.4 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 18702?
$180,086 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 18702 an expensive ZIP code in the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA area?
18702 ranks 55th of 62 ZIP codes in the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 13% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 18702 changed over the past year?
+0.9% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 18702?
The typical home price is 10.7× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,401/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 18702?
42,120, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 18702?
Bear Creek Community CS (3.2 mi), Wilkes-Barre Area Career & Technical Center (3.5 mi), Pittston Area SHS (5.4 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 18702?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.