Emerald Lakes, Pennsylvania

A small but growing community with a population of just over 3,200 residents as of 2022, projected to surpass 3,300 by 2025.^{[6][AI-retrieved source]} The area is notably diverse, with a racial and ethnic composition that includes sizable White (around 42–54%), Black or African American (16–24%), and Hispanic (24%) populations, alongside smaller Asian, Native American, and multiracial groups.^{[7][AI-retrieved source]} The median age hovers in the early 40s, reflecting a mix of working-age adults, families, and retirees. Residents receive relatively high economic stability, with a median household income of approximately $101,000 and a low poverty rate of around 4%.^[8] Educational attainment is strong at the high school level, with over 94% holding a diploma, though fewer, about 12%, have earned a bachelor’s degree or higher.^{[9][AI-retrieved source]} Housing is predominantly owner-occupied (about 85%), with median home values near $260,000, and an average household size of 2.6 people, contributing to a stable, family-oriented suburban atmosphere.^[10]

The CDP is in the Pocono Mountain School District.^[11]

41°04′51″N 75°24′29″W / 41.08083°N 75.40806°W / 41.08083; -75.40806