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Monroe County, Pennsylvania is a great place to live with a population of 168,128 people and a population density of 280 people per square mile. It is known for its small-town charm and friendly atmosphere. Monroe County is home to many businesses such as the Cherry Valley Country Club, which is a beautiful golf course and restaurant, and Applebee's Grill & Bar, which offers delicious food at an affordable price. There are also plenty of outdoor activities year round like hiking at Tobyhanna State Park or camping in Lehigh Gorge State Park. Other organizations in the area include the Monroe County Historical Association which provides educational opportunities about local history as well as volunteer opportunities. The local sports scene features the baseball team Stroudsburg Ponies and the popular Pocono Mountain West Football team who often host playoff games each year.

The population in Monroe County is 168,128. There are 276 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Monroe County is 43.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Monroe County is 2.9, the US average of people per household is 2.6.

Family in Monroe County
- 50.9% are married
- 9.0% are divorced
- 31.2% are married with children
- 15.9% have children, but are single
Race in Monroe County

- 67.6% are White
- 13.0% are Black
- 2.2% are Asian
- 0.2% are Native American
- 0.2% claim Other
- 14.9% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.8% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander

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