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Easton, Pennsylvania, in Northampton county, is 9 miles NE of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania (center to center) and 51 miles N of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The city is considered part of the Allentown - Bethlehem - Easton metropolitan area. Easton has a population of 26,263.
In Easton, about 36% of adults are married. Easton is known for its large population of single adults.
In 2000, Easton had a median family income of $38,704.
In the 2004 election, John Kerry was the top Presidential fund-raiser in Easton ($24,850). Residents gave more to the Republican party than any of the others.
About 48% of housing units in Easton are owner-occupied. Much of the housing in the city has been around for years. Many residents rent one-bedroom or studio apartments.
In Easton, 83% of commuters drive to work. Commuters in the city are more likely, and able, to walk or bicycle to work than most.
Comparing Easton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Pennsylvania (State):
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| Seasonal and Vacation Housing | | |
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| Low Property Crime | | |
| Low Violent Crime | | |
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