Hazle, PA is a small town located in Luzerne County. The population is around 10,069 people and the population density is 210 people per square mile. It has a rich history and many local businesses, year-round outdoor activities, organizations, and sporting events that all contribute to its unique charm.
Local businesses include the Hazleton Farmer's Market, the Hazleton Historical Society, the Hazleton Art League, and a variety of delicious restaurants like OIP Pizza House and Maroni's Pizzeria. For year-round outdoor activities, residents can take advantage of nearby hiking trails at Nescopeck State Park or go ice skating at Revolution Ice Gardens. For those looking for educational opportunities there are multiple libraries in town as well as a few community colleges. Civic organizations such as the Hazleton Rotary Club help make this area a great place to live by supporting local charities and fundraisers. Finally, for sports fans there are two minor league teams located in Hazle: The Hazleton Minersaugers baseball team and the Wilkes Barre/Scranton Knights hockey team. In addition, there are various events throughout the year such as festivals and parades that bring together locals to celebrate their hometown spirit.
The population in Hazle is 10,069. There are 223 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Hazle is 52, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Hazle is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Hazle
- 45.2% are married
- 12.7% are divorced
- 17.5% are married with children
- 23.5% have children, but are single
Race in Hazle
- 77.9% are White
- 1.0% are Black
- 0.3% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 20.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.2% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander