Greenfield

Greenfield Township is a scenic, historically grounded municipality in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, located in the northern tier of the county. Known for its rolling hills, rural character, and deep ties to the anthracite coal region, Greenfield offers a quiet lifestyle with strong community roots.

🏞️ Geographic & Civic Snapshot

• Founded: January 1816 (from Abington Township, then in Luzerne County)
• Area: 21.54 sq mi (55.79 km²)
  • Land: 20.93 sq mi
  • Water: 0.61 sq mi
• Elevation: 1,348 ft (411 m)
• Population: 2,268 (2020 Census)
• ZIP Codes: 18407 (Carbondale), 18433 (Jermyn)
• Area Code: 570
• School District: Lakeland School District
• Township Office: 424 Route 106, near Finch Hill Corners

🕰️ Historical Highlights

• Early Settlement: The township was settled in the early 1800s by farmers and tradesmen, many of whom migrated from New England
• Coal Region Legacy: While not as heavily mined as nearby Carbondale or Archbald, Greenfield Township was shaped by its proximity to the anthracite coal belt
• Finch Hill: A notable crossroads community within the township, home to Our Mother of Sorrows Cemetery and historic churches

👥 Demographics

• Population Density: ~96 people per sq mi
• Households: ~767
  • 63.1% married couples
  • 32.5% with children under 18
  • 20.6% individuals living alone
• Median Age: ~39 years
• Income:
  • Household: ~$39,865
  • Family: ~$46,477
  • Per Capita: ~$18,517
• Racial Makeup: Predominantly White (98.7%), with small percentages of African American, Asian, and multiracial residents

🌳 Lifestyle & Features

• Character: Rural and residential, with farms, wooded lots, and small hamlets
• Recreation: Proximity to lakes, trails, and scenic drives through the Endless Mountains region
• Community Services: Volunteer fire department, township meetings, and seasonal cleanup events
• Transportation: Near Interstate 81, with rest stop 55 at mile marker 202.5