Median home value in zip code 18706 (Wilkes-Barre, PA) is $171,580, up 2.1% year over year. Part of the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA metropolitan area.

Home Value$171,580

YoY Change

+2.1%

Prices rising — worse for buyers.

Affordability

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Income (annual)

Down Payment

$34,316 on $171,580

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Affordable19.4% of income

Under the 28% guideline.

PITI$1,210

P/I19.4%

Afford$248K

Room+$77K

P&I $868Tax $226Ins $117

6.50% 30yr, 20% down, county tax + PA ins. 28% per HUD.

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