Easton is a city in Pennsylvania with about 29,079 residents. Easton was founded in 1752 and sits in Northampton County. The median age is 33.5 and the median household income is $63,775. Homes carry a median value of $169,200, and about 45% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (53.4%). Around 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 28 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
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Common questions
Easton — frequently asked
What is the population of Easton, Pennsylvania?
Easton has a population of about 29,079, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Easton?
The median home value in Easton is $169,200, and the median gross rent is $1,223/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Easton safe? What is the crime rate?
Easton Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 162 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — lower than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Easton face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Northampton County as "Relatively Moderate" overall, with top hazards including lightning, riverine flooding, winter weather.
How many schools are in Easton?
Easton has 17 public schools (12 elementary, 2 middle, 3 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Easton?
Public registry data lists 7 registered sex offenders in or near Easton. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.