Pittston, PA is a small city located in Luzerne County with a population of 7,589 as of 2020 according to the US census. The city has a population density of 4,980 people per square mile which is significantly lower than the US average of 93 people per square mile. Pittston is home to many local businesses such as Gionino’s Pizzeria and Cafe Del Corso. Year-round outdoor activities include camping at Frances Slocum State Park or fishing along the Susquehanna River. Local organizations such as the Pittston Area Community Center offer various programs and support for residents all year long. For those looking for sporting events, the Pittston City Little League and the Pittston Area High School teams offer regular games throughout the year.
The population in Pittston is 7,589. There are 4,893 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Pittston is 34.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Pittston is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Pittston
- 32.3% are married
- 12.0% are divorced
- 27.7% are married with children
- 19.3% have children, but are single
Race in Pittston
- 92.2% are White
- 2.9% are Black
- 0.3% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.1% claim Other
- 3.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander