ZIP Code 18540: Scranton, PA
Scranton in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania uses ZIP code 18540. Its reference point is at latitude 41.4019 and longitude -75.6376 (41°24'06.8"N 75°38'15.4"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 18540
Scranton has 14 ZIP codes in our directory, and Lackawanna County has 34.
Pennsylvania has 2,250 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 18420 (Fleetville), which shares the same reference point.
| ZIP code | 18540 |
|---|---|
| Place | Scranton |
| County | Lackawanna County |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 41.4019 |
| Longitude | -75.6376 |
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Map of ZIP Code 18540
Map centred on 41.4019, -75.6376. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Scranton, Pennsylvania
Video: Scranton, Pennsylvania
Top 10 Best Things to Do in Scranton, Pennsylvania - Travel Guide 2024 — by DoTravel · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 18540
These 12 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 18540, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 18540, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Fleetville – same location
- Moosic – 3.9 mi southwest
- Taylor – 4.1 mi west
- Dickson City – 4.2 mi north
- Olyphant – 4.9 mi northeast
- Elmhurst – 5.0 mi east
- Old Forge – 5.7 mi southwest
- Jessup – 6.0 mi northeast
- Peckville – 6.1 mi northeast
- Chinchilla – 6.5 mi northwest
- Moscow – 6.9 mi southeast
- Clarks Summit – 6.9 mi northwest
Schools Near Scranton
School places are usually allocated by home address, so families living around ZIP code 18540 should confirm their catchment school with the local education authority for Scranton, Lackawanna County.
Looking at nearby areas such as Fleetville, Moosic and Taylor widens the choice of state, private and international schools. The links below open live Google Maps results centred on this location.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, playgrounds and walking trails around Scranton are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centred on ZIP code 18540.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Scranton can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Fleetville, Moosic and Taylor.
Shopping and Dining in Scranton
Restaurants, supermarkets and shopping centres in and around Scranton are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current opening hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Scranton, Pennsylvania can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Lackawanna County along with the name Scranton.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 18540, Fleetville shares the same reference point, Moosic lies about 3.9 mi to the southwest, Taylor lies about 4.1 mi to the west, Dickson City lies about 4.2 mi to the north and Olyphant lies about 4.9 mi to the northeast in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Scranton show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 18540
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Harrison Avenue Bridge”): PennDOT, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“US Route 11 - Pennsylvania (4160834407)”): Doug Kerr from Albany, NY, United States, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Dickson Works Nov 09”): Doug Kerr from Albany, NY, United States, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“CRRNJ Station in Scranton”): Jared Kofsky, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“BMW 330ci Gray Green Metallic”): Dr.jameshughes, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Top 10 Best Things to Do in Scranton, Pennsylvania - Travel Guide 2024” by DoTravel, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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