Exeter is a borough in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, about 10 miles west of Scranton. The borough is in the middle of a fertile agricultural area, and some lumber and coal-mining had been carried out early on. In 1900, the population consisted of 1,948 persons; in 1910, 3,537 persons; and in 1940, 5,802 persons. The population was 5,955 at the 2000 census. Exeter apartments for rent comparison page shows most up to date rent information on Exeter apartments and houses. Rent information is obtained from multiple rental sources but we cannot guarantee their accuracy.