Throop, PA is located in Lackawanna County and is a small borough with a population of around 2,000. Despite its size, Throop has been ranked as one of the best places to live in America by BestPlaces.org. This ranking was based on factors such as cost of living, public safety, climate and housing affordability. The cost of living in Throop is very reasonable compared to other places in Pennsylvania and the US. It has an average crime rate which makes it a safe place to live and work. The climate is considered to be moderate with cold winters and hot summers. Finally, housing affordability is relatively high with many homes for sale at reasonable prices. All these factors combined make Throop a great place to live, work and raise a family.
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