I want to find out how to know the economic status of a state, I am trying to look into california, Pennsalvan?

It's a small city, just like other small cities...people do what people do everywhere...it would depend on the kind of work you're qualified for, but there are lots of colleges and universities, law firms galore, medical offices/hospitals, etc. There doesn't have to be skyscrapers for there to be commerce and jobs. Allentown is a bigger area, but it's no New York City. Some people from the area do travel to NYC or other places to work, but most commonly, people find work locally, as in most other communities.

As far as what to do for fun: we have skiing, movies, theaters, plenty of nightclubs with live music and dancing, civic organizations, and tons of outdoor activities like hiking, biking, some beautiful parks--what are you looking for?

You can always take the tour of Dunder-Mifflin in Scarnton.

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