What are the schools like in Nanticoke, PA?

Nanticoke is served primarily by Greater Nanticoke Area SD. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 17.1:1.

What is the median household income in Nanticoke?

The median household income in Nanticoke, PA is $56,238 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.1%.

What is the weather like in Nanticoke, PA?

Nanticoke has an average high temperature of 31.4°F in January and 78.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 35.6 inches.

Nanticoke, PA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Nanticoke, PA affordable or expensive?

Nanticoke's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Nanticoke is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $95,800 and the median rent is $760 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Nanticoke, PA?

Nanticoke has a violent crime rate of 263.8 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1469.5 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Nanticoke, PA a Good Place to Live?

Nanticoke is a small city of 10,606 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $56,238 and a 6.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

Strengths: Nanticoke stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Nanticoke is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Nanticoke city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 93.0

Nanticoke's overall cost of living index is 93.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Nanticoke costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Nanticoke, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$95,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$760	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	59.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$56,238	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Nanticoke's violent crime rate is 263.8 per 100,000 residents — 31% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

263.8 /100k

Property Crime

1469.5 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Nanticoke is served primarily by Greater Nanticoke Area SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.1:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Nanticoke, PA	National Avg
School District	Greater Nanticoke Area SD	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	17.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	20.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	85.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Nanticoke sees average highs of 31.4°F in January and 78.6°F in July, with 47.5 inches of annual precipitation and 35.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Nanticoke, PA
Average High — January	31.4°F
Average High — July	78.6°F
Annual Precipitation	47.5"
Annual Snowfall	35.6"

Demographics

Metric	Nanticoke, PA	National Avg
Population	10,606	—
Median Age	42.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	82.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	6.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	7.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	20.9%	22.2%
65 and over	17.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Sheatown, PA 1 mi West Nanticoke, PA 1 mi Warrior Run, PA 3 mi Wanamie, PA 3 mi Nuangola, PA 3 mi

ZIP Codes in Nanticoke

Nanticoke, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

18634

Nanticoke vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nanticoke, PA affordable or expensive?

Nanticoke's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Nanticoke roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $95,800 and median rent is $760/month.

What is the crime rate in Nanticoke, PA?

Nanticoke's violent crime rate is 263.8 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1469.5 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Nanticoke?

Public schools in Nanticoke are operated by Greater Nanticoke Area SD. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.1:1. 20.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Nanticoke, PA a good place to live?

Nanticoke, PA has a population of 10,606, a median household income of $56,238, and an unemployment rate of 6.1%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Nanticoke?

Nanticoke averages 31.4°F in January and 78.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.5 inches with about 35.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Nanticoke?

Nanticoke, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 18634.

What is the population of Nanticoke?

The population of Nanticoke, Pennsylvania is 10,606 with a median age of 42.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Nanticoke?

Key numbers for living in Nanticoke: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $95,800, median household income $56,238, crime index 70 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Nanticoke side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.