Scranton Demographics According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Scranton was: White: 83.09% Black or African American: 5.85% Asian: 4.67%

What is the majority race in Pennsylvania?

TablePopulationWhite alone, percent 81.6%Black or African American alone, percent(a) 12.0%American Indian and Alaska Native alone, percent(a) 0.4%Asian alone, percent(a) 3.8%54 more rows

How people earn a living in Pennsylvania?

Corn for grain, hay and soybean crops are also important to the states agricultural economy. Other field crops grown in the state are wheat, tobacco, and oats. Vegetables that make the largest contributions to Pennsylvanias economy are sweet corn, potatoes, tomatoes, beans, and cabbage.

Is it good to live in Scranton PA?

Scranton may be the sixth-largest city in Pennsylvania, but the close-knit neighborhoods that surround the vibrant downtown give Scranton its small-town appeal. Scrantons low crime rate and low cost of living make it a popular place for families, while the vital, healthy downtown is a magnet for young professionals.