West HazletonPennsylvania
West Hazleton is a borough in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States. The borough is 31 miles (50 km) south of Wilkes Barre and had a population of 5,167 as of the 2020 census..
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About West Hazleton
West Hazleton is a close-knit town in northeastern Pennsylvania counting 5,231 people who proudly call it home.
Officially, West Hazleton is a borough — a form of municipal government most common in the Northeast. The community covers 1.58 square miles, giving it a compact, walkable footprint at roughly 3,311 residents per square mile.
What Makes West Hazleton Unique
- The only place in America named West Hazleton — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- 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 5,231.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 4 miles.
📍 Neighborhoods in West Hazleton
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🍽️ Where to Eat in West Hazleton
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🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in West Hazleton
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🏫 Schools in West Hazleton
- Hazleton Area HS
- Maple Manor El/MS
- West Hazleton El/MS
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.