Lackawanna County is classified as a third-class county, having a 2020 population between 210,000 and 500,000. One-third of the population resides in the city of Scranton. Lackawanna is the youngest of Pennsylvania’s 67 counties. The county seat is located in Scranton. Three commissioners make up the chief governing body of the county and are elected by the voters to four-year terms. A Home Rule Charter, adopted in 1976, governs the county. Some of the commissioners’ authority encompasses registration and elections, assessments of persons and property, welfare services, veterans’ affairs, county personnel, and fiscal monitoring and management. Counties also serve in a directional role as agents of the state for law enforcement and judicial administration. The construction and maintenance of county facilities, such as the courthouse, jail, and other facilities are the responsibility of the Commissioners. Lackawanna County offers very high quality of life at a lower cost than similar small and mid-sized cities. The region offers affordable housing, strong educational systems, reliable healthcare, and short commute times from safe communities along with abundant recreational and cultural activities. Lackawanna County is a wonderful place in Northeastern Pennsylvania to live, work and play and is home to The Office! Lackawanna County offers many options for indoor and outdoor activities. From our restaurants, bars, wineries, breweries, parks, trails, parades, festivals, and farmer’s market to our Triple-A team of the New York Yankees, ski resort, waterpark, concert venue, Broadway shows, golf courses and many other attractions, there is an activity for everyone to enjoy. From fueling the Industrial Revolution to fueling new and innovative entrepreneurial small businesses across various business sectors, Lackawanna County continues to be on the cutting edge of society and it’s future remains bright.