Median Age
34 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 19% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
14%
Easton, PA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,708
Population
29,454
Renter Mix
58% Rent
An Allentown suburb that’s always buzzing with activity.
History
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Industrial
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Downtown
Located at the meeting point of the Delaware and Lehigh Rivers, Easton combines historic character with contemporary living. The city's downtown features Centre Square, anchored by the Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument and transformed each winter by the Peace Candle holiday display. Lafayette College's campus crowns College Hill, while downtown welcomes visitors to the Crayola Experience. The rental market remains steady, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,588 and showing a 3.9% increase over the past year. Housing options span from traditional row houses in the West Ward to newer residences in College Hill.
Established in 1752, Easton holds a special place in American history as one of three locations where the Declaration of Independence was first read publicly in 1776. The city celebrates its community spirit through annual events at Centre Square, including Baconfest and the Garlic Festival. Residents enjoy access to riverside paths and parks, while the revitalized downtown offers an array of restaurants and shops. The South Side area continues to grow, featuring a mix of housing choices near the rivers. Located 64 miles west of New York City and 51 miles north of Philadelphia, Easton provides small-town atmosphere with easy access to major cities.
Explore the City
Tree-lined streets on the outskirts of Easton
Locally roasted coffee is one of many delights available at the Eason Farmers' Market.
A foot bridge crosses Bushkill Creek to access Karl Stirner Arts Trail.
Beautiful Bushkill Creek runs beside Karl Stirner Arts Trail.
Boutique shops and bakeries make Easton a wonderful place to call home.
Lafayette College students add 2,800 residents to the population of Easton.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$61,631
Average: $77,612
Education
7,038
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
13,718
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Easton has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
58%
Non-Renters
42%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
18%
Other Education
82%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Easton, PA is $1,413 for a studio, $1,711 for one bedroom, $2,126 for two bedrooms, and $2,578 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Easton has increased by 1.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,711/month
741 Sq Ft
House
$2,822/month
1,597 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Easton, PA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
602 Students
Public
Grades K-5
514 Students
Public
Grades K-5
414 Students
Public
Grades K-5
268 Students
Public
Grades K-5
234 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,874 Students
Wilson Area Intermediate School
Public
Grades K-8
676 Students
Easton Area Ms Campus Grades 7-8
Public
Grades 7-8
1,352 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
741 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,844 Students
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Points of Interest
Parks and Recreation
- Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor
- Nurture Nature Center
- National Canal Museum
- Delaware River Railroad Excursions
- Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Lehigh Valley International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.