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Carbondale, Pennsylvania

City · Population 8,805 · #87 in Pennsylvania
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Carbondale is a city in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, United States. Carbondale is located approximately 15 miles due northeast of the city of Scranton in Northeastern Pennsylvania.

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About Carbondale

Set in the northeastern part of Pennsylvania, Carbondale is a close-knit town with an estimated population of 8,805.

Officially, Carbondale is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 3.24 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 2,718 residents per square mile.

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What Makes Carbondale Unique

  • Positioned in northeastern Pennsylvania, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
  • Part of the fabric of Pennsylvania — one of 2,002 recognized communities statewide.

Why People Love It Here

  • The sweet spot: real amenities without big-city congestion.
  • Local businesses and schools anchored by a stable resident base of 8,805.
  • Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 4 miles.

🍽️ Where to Eat in Carbondale

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🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Carbondale

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🏫 Schools in Carbondale

  • Carbondale Area JSHS
  • Carbondale El Sch

Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.

⚡ Quick Facts

TypeCity
Population (2024)8,805
Rank in state#87 of 1,013
Land area3.24 sq mi
Density2,718/sq mi
Coordinates41.5714, -75.5048

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