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ZIP code 18519 is located in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, centered near Scranton, with a total population of 5,259 and a median age of 44.9. This is a urban community where 21.4% of residents are 65 or older (approximately 1,126 individuals), moderately above the national average. This aging population benefits from robust Medicare plan options and community-based health resources. The racial and ethnic composition includes 88.9% White, 1.6% Black/African American, 6.1% Hispanic/Latino, 1.4% Asian. About 25.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The median household income is $58,061, below the national median. Lower-income Medicare beneficiaries may qualify for Medicare Savings Programs (MSPs) that help pay Part B premiums, or Extra Help (Low-Income Subsidy) to reduce Part D prescription drug costs. The poverty rate is 14.4%. The unemployment rate of 8.5% is above the national average, which may indicate a greater need for social safety net programs including Medicare-Medicaid dual eligibility. The median home value is $165,300 and median monthly rent is $924. Medicare beneficiaries in Lackawanna County should explore all available plan options during Open Enrollment (October 15 – December 7) or consult the Pennsylvania SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) for free, unbiased counseling on choosing the right coverage.