Information on Avoca, Luzerne County
The Borough of Avoca is located in the state of Pennsylvania, in Luzerne County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below. |
Avoca Borough HALL, Luzerne County
| Avoca Borough Hall's address | Avoca Avoca Municipal Building 1015 VINE STREET AVOCA PA 18641 United States | |
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| Phone number of Avoca Borough Hall | Not available | |
| Avoca, PA email | Not available | |
| Avoca official website | Not available | |
| Mayor of Avoca | ||
| Luzerne County, Pennsylvania: Vital Records | Avoca vital records | |
| Birth Certificate | Order your Pennsylvania birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Avoca
What county is Avoca PA in?Avoca, PA is located in Luzerne County |
Where is Avoca, Pennsylvania ?Avoca lies in Luzerne County, situated in the northeastern region of the United States, within the state of Pennsylvania. It is located near the city of Scranton, and close to the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport. This places Avoca strategically in the Wyoming Valley, part of the larger Scranton–Wilkes-Barre metropolitan area. |
What is the cost of living in Avoca PA ? |
Avoca administrative division
| Country | United States |
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| Commonwealth | Pennsylvania |
| County | Luzerne - other counties in Pennsylvania |
Avoca building department, PA
If you're planning a construction project in Avoca, PA, securing the necessary permits is a crucial first step. To initiate your permit request, visit the Avoca Borough Office, where the friendly staff will guide you through the application process. It's essential to contact the office directly for the most accurate information regarding fees and expected processing times, as these can vary based on the specifics of your project. By ensuring all necessary authorization is in place, you can confidently move forward with your construction plans in this charming Pennsylvania community.
| If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Avoca's town hall or Luzerne County authorities directly. |
Demography of Avoca
| Name of Avoca inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
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| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 2 851 inhabitants | 332 / 5 747 | ||
| Population density in Avoca | 3 128,8 pop/sq mi (1 208,1 pop/km²) | |||
Events nearby
| Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders vs Toledo Mud Hens | 2025-05-16 at PNC Field | Moosic |
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| Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders vs Toledo Mud Hens | 2025-05-17 at PNC Field | Moosic |
| Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders vs Toledo Mud Hens | 2025-05-18 at PNC Field | Moosic |
| Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders vs Worcester Red Sox | 2025-05-27 at PNC Field | Moosic |
| Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders vs Worcester Red Sox | 2025-05-28 at PNC Field | Moosic |
| Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders vs Worcester Red Sox | 2025-05-29 at PNC Field | Moosic |
| Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders vs Worcester Red Sox | 2025-05-30 at PNC Field | Moosic |
List of Passport Facilities in Avoca, PA
This Borough does not have a passport office, but we suggest the following facilities near Avoca, PA
| Name | Street | Phone number |
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| SCRANTON DOWNTOWN STATION | 235 N WASHINGTON AVENUE | 5703481024 |
| SCRANTON MAIN POST OFFICE | 2800 STAFFORD AVE | 5709695102 |
| WILKES - BARRE MAIN POST OFFICE | 300 SOUTH MAIN STREET | 5708313401 |
| CLARKS SUMMIT MAIN POST OFFICE | 117 SOUTH STATE ST. | 5705860316 |
| DALLAS POST OFFICE | 2759 MEMORIAL HIGHWAY | 5706750131 |
| NANTICOKE POST OFFICE | 70 NORTH MARKET STREET | 5707356540 |
| WYOMING COUNTY CLERK OF COURTS | 1 COURTHOUSE SQUARE | 5709962232 |
| CARBONDALE MAIN POST OFFICE | 50 DUNDAFF STREET | 5702824260 |
| WAYMART POST OFFICE | 310 HONESDALE ROAD | 5704886510 |
| HAZLETON POST OFFICE | 231 N. WYOMING STREET | 5704555851 |
| WAYNE COUNTY PROTHONOTARY | 925 COURT ST | 5702535970 |
| HAWLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 103 MAIN AVE | 5702264620 |
| CARBON COUNTY PROTHONOTARYS OFFICE | 2 BROADWAY | 5703252481 |
| SUSQUEHANNA COUNTY PROTHONOTARYS OFFICE | 31 LAKE AVE | 5702784600 |
| EAST STROUDSBURG POST OFFICE | 200 S COURTLAND ST | 5704213310 |
Avoca administrative numbers
| Avoca Borough code | 4203640 |
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| Avoca Borough postcode | 18641 (Another town has the same postcode) |
Transportation modes in Avoca
| Airport | Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport 1.1 miles Wilkes-Barre Wyoming Valley Airport 6.2 miles Pocono Mountains Municipal Airport 23.5 miles |
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Avoca territory
| Avoca area | 0,91 sq mi (2,36 km²) |
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| Avoca altitude | 692 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 41.3377 Longitude: -75.7438 Latitude: 41° 20' 16'' North Longitude: 75° 44' 38'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -5:00 (America/New_York) Summer time : UTC -4:00 Winter time : UTC -5:00 |
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| Cities twinned with Avoca | Currently, the town Avoca isn’t twinned |
| Namesake of Avoca |
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| Natural parks | Avoca isn't part of a natural park |
What is Avoca close to?
| Nearby cities include: Dupont, Hughestown, Duryea and Old Forge | ||
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| Duryea | Duryea | Old Forge |
| Hughestown |  | Dupont |
| Hughestown | Dupont | Dupont |
| Dupont 1 miles | Hughestown 1.5 miles | Duryea 1.9 miles |
| Old Forge 2.3 miles | Pittston 2.3 miles | Moosic 2.4 miles |
| West Pittston 3 miles | Yatesville 3.1 miles | Laflin 4.2 miles |
| Exeter 4.3 miles | Taylor 4.3 miles | Wyoming 5.6 miles |
| West Wyoming 6 miles | Scranton 6.1 miles | Swoyersville 7.6 miles |
| Forty Fort 7.6 miles | Luzerne 8.7 miles | Dunmore 8.9 miles |
| Kingston 9 miles | Pringle 9.2 miles | Wilkes-Barre 9.3 miles |
Distance between Avoca and other main cities and towns
| Los Angeles : 2366 miles | Houston : 1359 miles | Philadelphia : 97 miles closest |
| Phoenix : 2051 miles | San Antonio : 1518 miles | San Diego : 2336 miles |
| Dallas : 1298 miles | San Jose : 2453 miles | Jacksonville : 830 miles |
| Indianapolis : 557 miles | San Francisco : 2504 miles | Austin : 1445 miles |
| Columbus : 391 miles | Fort Worth : 1327 miles | Charlotte : 506 miles |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||
Leisure and activities in Avoca surrounding area
| Golf course | |
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| Glenmaura National Golf Course to Moosic 3.7 miles | Applewood Golf Course to Exeter 3.8 miles |
| Pine Hills Country Club to Taylor 4.4 miles | Four Seasons Golf Club to Exeter 4.6 miles |
| Hollenback Golf Club to Wilkes-Barre 7.7 miles | Summit Hills Golf Club to Clarks Summit 9.6 miles |
| The North at Country Club of Scranton to Clarks Summit 10.1 miles | Emanon Country Club to Tunkhannock 10.1 miles |
| Elmhurst Country Club to Moscow 10.3 miles | Shadowbrook Inn & Resort to Tunkhannock 10.3 miles |
Other information on the Borough of Avoca
| Nuclear power plant | Susquehanna Steam Electric Station 43 mile |
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