18508 — Scranton, PA Home Values
Typical home value $166,958 as of August 2026 · 59th of 62 in Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 18508, August 2021 to August 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 18508 compares in the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA area
ZIP code 18508 (Scranton, PA) has a typical home value of $166,958 as of August 2026, ranking 59th of 62 ZIP codes tracked in the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA area, more expensive than about 6% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -9.4% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +48.1%, from $112,751 in August 2021 to $166,958 in August 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 9.7× the annual rent ($1,431/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 18508 has a population of 11,347, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 74% White, 16.1% Hispanic or Latino, 6.2% Black or African American, 3.1% two or more races, 0.4% Asian, and 0.3% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County | 3201 Rockwell Avenue, Scranton, PA | 0.3 mi |
| Neil Armstrong #40 | N Lincoln Ave & Clearview St, Scranton, PA | 1.5 mi |
| Robert Morris #27 | 1824 Boulevard Ave, Scranton, PA | 1.7 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 18508?
$166,958 as of August 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 18508 an expensive ZIP code in the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA area?
18508 ranks 59th of 62 ZIP codes in the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 6% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 18508 changed over the past year?
-9.4% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 18508?
The typical home price is 9.7× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,431/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 18508?
11,347, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 18508?
Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County (0.3 mi), Neil Armstrong #40 (1.5 mi), Robert Morris #27 (1.7 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 18508?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of August 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.