Phone Directory for Scranton
The Scranton phone directory lists public contact information for the county seat of Lackawanna County in northeastern Pennsylvania. Scranton has a population of about 77,000 and serves as the hub of the greater Scranton-Wilkes-Barre metro area. This directory helps you search for phone numbers tied to city offices, county departments, and local services. All contact information comes from public records maintained by the city and county.
Scranton Quick Facts
Scranton City Government Phone Listings
The City of Scranton operates under a mayor-council form of government. City Hall houses the mayor's office, finance, public works, and other departments. Each office has its own phone line listed on the city website. Walk-in service is available during business hours on weekdays.
The City of Scranton website provides a full department directory. You can find phone numbers, addresses, and email contacts for every city office. The site also posts meeting schedules, public notices, and service information.
The city website is the most current source for Scranton phone numbers and department contacts.
Scranton provides police, fire, public works, parks, and recreation services to residents. The police department handles emergency calls through 911 and non-emergency matters through its main line. The fire department staffs stations across the city. Public works manages streets, water, and sewer services.
Note: Scranton is about 125 miles north of Philadelphia and is the largest city in northeastern Pennsylvania.
Scranton Phone Directory and Right-to-Know
The City of Scranton follows the Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law at 65 P.S. 67.101. The city provides public access to government records through its Right-to-Know process. You can find the details on the Scranton Right-to-Know page.
The Right-to-Know page explains how to submit requests and what records are available from Scranton.
All requests must be in writing. The city has five business days to respond. Standard photocopies cost $0.25 per page. Certified copies cost more. The city may require prepayment if fees are expected to exceed $100.
If your request is denied, you can appeal to the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records at 555 Walnut Street, Suite 605, Harrisburg, PA 17101. The OOR reviews denials and issues decisions. They accept appeals by mail, email, or through the online Appeal E-File Portal.
Common records requested from Scranton include building permits, police reports, city contracts, payroll records, and meeting minutes. The law includes 30 exemptions that allow agencies to withhold certain records, such as personal identifying information and criminal investigative records.
Lackawanna County Offices in Scranton
Scranton is the county seat of Lackawanna County. County offices in downtown Scranton handle property records, court filings, vital records, and other public records. The county courthouse is a central location for searches in the Scranton area.
The Lackawanna County Court of Common Pleas handles civil, criminal, family, and orphans' court matters. Court dockets can be searched online through the Pennsylvania Unified Judicial System portal. You can look up cases by party name or case number at no charge.
County records available in Scranton include:
- Property deeds and mortgages
- Court dockets for civil and criminal cases
- Marriage licenses and divorce records
- Estate and probate records
- Property assessment records
- Tax records and sheriff sale listings
The county Recorder of Deeds maintains land records. The Prothonotary handles civil court filings. The Clerk of Courts manages criminal dockets. Each office has its own phone number listed at the county courthouse in Scranton.
State Agency Numbers for Scranton
Pennsylvania state agencies serve Scranton residents through regional offices and statewide lines. The Attorney General maintains a regional office in Scranton. The Office of Open Records handles appeals from agencies across the state, including those in Lackawanna County.
The Pennsylvania Department of Health maintains vital records. Birth certificates from 1915 and death certificates from 1906 can be requested from the Division of Vital Records at P.O. Box 1528, New Castle, PA 16103, phone 724-656-3100. PennDOT driver and vehicle services are at 1-800-932-4600.
The State Police non-emergency number is 1-800-932-0586. The 2025 Commonwealth Telephone Directory lists all state agency numbers. You can order a copy at 717-704-1029 from the Bureau of Publications.
The Department of State manages business records online. You can search for any business registered in Scranton or elsewhere in Pennsylvania through the Business One-Stop Shop. Professional licensing is also handled through the department's various boards.
Note: The Attorney General's Scranton regional office handles local constituent services and can assist with complaints involving state agencies.
Scranton Community Phone Numbers
The Scranton phone directory includes community organizations, schools, and local services. The city is home to the University of Scranton, Marywood University, and several other colleges. These schools have their own phone directories available on their websites.
The Scranton Public Library serves the city with several branches. Hospitals, health centers, and nonprofit organizations also maintain public phone numbers. The Scranton-Wilkes-Barre area has a strong community services network.
For social services and referrals in Scranton, dial 211. The service connects callers with local resources for food, housing, health care, and other needs. Community organizations serve residents throughout Lackawanna County from their base in Scranton.
Scranton's downtown has seen investment in recent years, with new businesses and cultural venues adding to the city's directory. The Steamtown National Historic Site and the Scranton Cultural Center are among the attractions listed with public phone numbers.
Lackawanna County Phone Directory
Scranton is the county seat of Lackawanna County. County-level records are handled at the courthouse in downtown Scranton. Visit the Lackawanna County page for a full list of county contacts and public records offices.
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