Alpha, NJ

New Jersey · Northampton County · Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton Metro

Alpha is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 2,249. Residents earn $83,125 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0

B Good

2,249 Population 1,339/sq mi density

$83,125 Median Income $43,224 per capita

$250,400 Home Value $332,234 Zillow

$1,234 Median Rent 30.8% income on rent

52°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr

44 Violent Crime/100K 1,636 property/100K

Overall

3.4 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

4.7 / 5.0

$83,125 median income, 1.8% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$250,400 home value, $1,234/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

44 violent crimes/100K (88% below avg)

C+

Education

2.8 / 5.0

22.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $83,125

11% higher than US avg

Home Value $250,400

11% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 44/100K

88% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 22.2%

34% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,234

6% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 32.8%

2% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.8%

50% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.4%

73% lower than US avg

How Alpha Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,249

Median Age43.8 yrs

Density1,339/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 84%

Veterans7.1%

Economy

A+

Median Income$83,125

Per Capita$43,224

Unemployment1.8%

Poverty3.4%

County GDP$20,982M

Commute24 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$250,400

Rent$1,234

Ownership72.8%

Zillow$332,234

Housing Units1,017

Rent Burden30.8%

Crime

Violent44/100K

Property1,636/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault44/100K

Burglary309/100K

Health

Obesity32.8%

Uninsured9.8%

Smoking13.8%

Depression20.3%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain51.0 in/yr

Sunny Days271/yr

Elevation267 ft (81 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.2%

High School+90.8%

Graduate+5.0%

School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%

Commute24 min

Broadband87.4%

EV Stations1

Libraries10

Is Alpha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alpha receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Alpha offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alpha is $83,125, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alpha is $250,400, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,234 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Alpha is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 44 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,636 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Alpha experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Alpha has a population of 2,249 with a density of 1,339 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. The city is predominantly White (84.3%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 1.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.1% of residents, while 7.9% speak Spanish. 7.1% of the population are veterans. 12.2% of residents have a disability. 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,249

Total Population

1,339

People / sq mi

43.8yrs

Median Age

13% above US avg

1.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%

Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Alpha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.1%

17% above US avg

Spanish 7.9%

41% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alpha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alpha is $83,125, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,224 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,160, 19% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7,088 business establishments, including 726 restaurants. The cost of living index is 108.8, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 10.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Alpha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$83,125
	11% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$43,224
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,160
IRS Avg AGI	$85,539
Gini Index	0.445 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.8%
	50% below US avg
Poverty Rate	3.4%
	73% below US avg
Establishments (County)	7,088
County GDP	$20,982M

Business (County)

Restaurants	726
Healthcare	748
Retail	830
Manufacturing	338

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,459
	113% above US avg
Cost of Living	108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.2 min
Drive Alone	77.6%
Public Transit	0.1%
Work from Home	10.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Alpha is $250,400, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $332,234, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,234 (6% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,759 for a one-bedroom to $2,132 for a two-bedroom apartment. 72.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,017 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1955. The average annual property tax is $7,459 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 30.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$250,400
	11% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$332,234

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,234
	6% above US avg
Rent Burden	30.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,599
1 Bedroom	$1,759
2 Bedrooms	$2,132
3 Bedrooms	$2,658
4 Bedrooms	$3,005

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	72.8%
Owner-Occupied	72.8%
Renter-Occupied	27.2%
Housing Units	1,017
Median Year Built	1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,459
	113% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.98%

In Alpha, 32.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 29.4% have high blood pressure. 13.8% are current smokers. 18.9% report binge drinking. 24.8% are physically inactive. 20.3% report depression. 18.2% experience frequent mental distress. 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,240. The dentist ratio is 1:1,694. 90.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.7 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Alpha vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	32.8%
	2% above US avg
Diabetes	8.0%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	29.4%
Asthma	9.8%
COPD	5.5%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.8%
	1% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.9%
Physical Inactivity	24.8%
Depression	20.3%
Mental Distress	18.2%
Physical Distress	12.6%
Short Sleep	38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.3%
Uninsured	9.8%
	14% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,240
Dentists	1:1,694
Mental Health	1:330
Checkup Rate	73.8%
Dental Visits	67.5%
Premature Death	6,471/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.7/10
Exercise Access	90.0%
Healthcare Facilities	748

Alpha has a violent crime rate of 44 per 100,000 residents, 88% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 44.2 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,636 per 100,000, 17% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,326, burglary at 309, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 21 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Alpha receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Alpha vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	44.2/100K
	88% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	44.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,635.7/100K
	17% below US avg
Burglary	309.5/100K
Theft	1,326.3/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	21
Traffic Accidents	2
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Alpha experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 271 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 267 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	52.1°F
	4% below US avg
January Average	30°F (-1°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	267 ft (81 m)
Area	1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density	1,339/sq mi
Coordinates	40.6594°N, 75.1571°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Northampton County County
Nearest Airport	Lehigh Valley International (ABE) 15 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.0"

34% above US avg

Wettest Month (May) 4.61"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.91"

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0445 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	13.3 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.77 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.5 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	90.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability	30.6 / 100
Community Resilience	73.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Relatively Moderate
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively High
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

32 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Aug 5, 2025.

Apr 5, 2024	2024 Tewksbury, New Jersey Earthquake	M4.8	34 km
Jan 16, 1994	2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M4.6	83 km
Jan 16, 1994	0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M4.2	81 km
Apr 5, 2024	7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M3.7	35 km
Oct 23, 1990	3 km W of Hancocks Bridge, New Jersey	M3.2	131 km
Aug 26, 2003	4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey	M3.1	7 km
Jan 9, 1992	4 km WNW of Robertsville, New Jersey	M3.1	77 km
Nov 14, 1997	0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania	M3.0	109 km
Aug 3, 2025	0 km W of Little Ferry, New Jersey	M3.0	96 km
Oct 28, 1991	3 km WNW of Stamford, Connecticut	M3.0	140 km
Feb 3, 2009	1 km ESE of Victory Gardens, New Jersey	M3.0	58 km
Jan 16, 1994	0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M2.9	81 km
May 24, 2024	6 km E of Califon, New Jersey	M2.9	34 km
Apr 27, 2024	7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M2.9	35 km
May 10, 1993	1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania	M2.8	81 km
Aug 5, 2025	1 km N of Hillsdale, New Jersey	M2.8	102 km
Jul 1, 2009	3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey	M2.8	116 km
Apr 12, 1991	2 km ENE of North Castle, New York	M2.7	138 km
Mar 11, 1995	0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania	M2.7	122 km
Jan 25, 2015	4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania	M2.6	85 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Irene (2011, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2011	Irene	Category 1	285 km
1991	Bob	Category 2	253 km
1985	Gloria	Category 2	151 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

324 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 7 fatalities, 199 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jul 29, 2021	EF3	60 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF3	71 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF3	66 km	0
Jul 27, 1994	EF3	57 km	3
Oct 18, 1990	EF3	38 km	0
Jul 14, 1988	EF3	91 km	0
Jul 26, 1981	EF3	38 km	0
Sep 26, 1977	EF3	63 km	0
Mar 21, 1976	EF3	36 km	0
May 28, 1973	EF3	43 km	0
May 28, 1973	EF3	58 km	0
Jun 24, 1960	EF3	54 km	0
Mar 22, 1955	EF3	86 km	1
Nov 4, 1950	EF3	96 km	0
Apr 1, 2023	EF2	86 km	0
Apr 1, 2023	EF2	94 km	0
Feb 21, 2023	EF2	57 km	0
Sep 1, 2021	EF2	62 km	1
Jul 29, 2021	EF2	39 km	0
Aug 4, 2020	EF2	66 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1895	HIGH BRIDGE, NJ	Earthquake	—	—	23 km
1840	PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA	Earthquake	—	—	96 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: 16 MILE (7,896 ac, 2016).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2016	16 MILE	7,896	60 km
2024	JENNINGS CREEK	5,069	93 km
1992	UNNAMED	4,470	92 km
2023	JIMMYS WATER HOLE	3,585	98 km
2002	UNNAMED	2,824	91 km
2010	FORT DIX RANGE 1-14	2,615	90 km
2009	PENOBSCOT	2,091	84 km
2004	CRYSTAL LAKE	1,838	80 km
1997	UNNAMED	1,793	94 km
1995	UNNAMED	1,318	92 km
2002	UNNAMED	1,002	95 km
2003	UNNAMED	974	96 km
1992	UNNAMED	959	90 km
1986	LAKEHURST NAVAL AIR	906	97 km
1999	UNNAMED	892	96 km
1995	UNNAMED	877	90 km
1991	UNNAMED	860	92 km
2012	HOPEWELL FIRE	812	70 km
2020	SEVEN PINES	790	58 km
2010	FORT DIX RANGE 34	741	95 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	30°F (-1°C)	3.6 in	Coldest
February	30°F (-1°C)	2.9 in	Driest
March	39°F (4°C)	3.7 in
April	49°F (9°C)	4.0 in
May	59°F (15°C)	4.6 in	Wettest
June	67°F (20°C)	4.1 in
July	75°F (24°C)	4.6 in	Warmest
August	71°F (22°C)	4.3 in
September	64°F (18°C)	4.3 in
October	53°F (12°C)	3.7 in
November	43°F (6°C)	3.9 in
December	33°F (1°C)	3.6 in

Alpha has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 30°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (2.9").

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Alpha is located in Northampton County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 22.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 50.4% of the vote, a 1.8-point margin. 87.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 10 public libraries serving the community. 748 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%

D 48.6%

Winner: Republican by 1.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	21
Traffic Accidents	2
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	22.2%
	34% below US avg
High School+	90.8%
Graduate Degree+	5.0%
School Test Score	6.24

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	1,339/sq mi
Total Area	1.7 sq mi
County	Northampton County County

Services

Broadband Access	87.4%
Avg Download Speed	200.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	7.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	10
Healthcare Facilities	748
Restaurants	726
Retail Stores	830

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.2 min
Drive Alone	77.6%
Public Transit	0.1%
Work from Home	10.1%

Average costs for common services in Alpha. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$272 ($163–$435)
Specialist Visit	$381 ($218–$598)
Urgent Care Visit	$218 ($109–$381)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,394 ($870–$5,440)
Dental Cleaning	$141 ($82–$218)
Dental Filling	$272 ($163–$435)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$49 ($27–$82)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$82 ($54–$131)
Brake Pad Replacement	$326 ($163–$544)
Tire Rotation	$44 ($22–$82)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$653 ($435–$1,088)
Battery Replacement	$218 ($109–$381)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$109 ($65–$163)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$98 ($54–$152)
HVAC Repair	$435 ($163–$870)
HVAC System Install	$7,616 ($4,352–$13,056)
Roof Repair	$1,088 ($435–$2,176)
Roof Replacement	$9,792 ($5,984–$16,320)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,632 ($544–$3,808)
Divorce (Contested)	$16,320 ($5,440–$32,640)
DUI Defense	$5,440 ($2,176–$10,880)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,632 ($870–$3,264)
Will Preparation	$544 ($218–$1,088)
Trust Preparation	$2,720 ($1,088–$5,440)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$27 ($16–$49)
Women's Haircut	$60 ($33–$109)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$163 ($82–$272)
Manicure	$27 ($16–$49)
Pedicure	$44 ($27–$71)
Massage (1 Hour)	$87 ($54–$141)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.46 ($3.26–$5.98)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.81 ($2.72–$5.44)
Loaf of Bread	$4.13 ($2.72–$5.98)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.90 ($3.26–$7.07)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.98 ($4.35–$8.16)
Rice (per lb)	$1.09 ($0.65–$1.96)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$152 ($87–$272)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$76 ($33–$163)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$76 ($44–$131)
Internet (Monthly)	$76 ($44–$109)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$71 ($33–$109)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$92 ($54–$163)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$218 ($82–$544)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,176 ($1,306–$3,808)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$76 ($33–$141)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$16 ($8.70–$27)
Car Registration (Annual)	$109 ($33–$272)
Driver's License Renewal	$33 ($16–$82)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,306 ($653–$2,720)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,088 ($544–$2,176)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$435 ($218–$762)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$54 ($27–$109)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,088 ($435–$2,720)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$13,600 ($5,440–$32,640)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$65 ($33–$109)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$109 ($54–$218)
Dog Grooming	$65 ($33–$109)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$44 ($22–$82)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$326 ($163–$544)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$218 ($109–$435)

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Top Industries in Northampton County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	16,494	380	$85,688	1.66
Transportation & Warehousing	15,749	292	$53,903	3.07
Health Care & Social Assistance	15,448	929	$58,682	0.89
Retail Trade	12,090	816	$37,416	1.00
Accommodation & Food Services	11,928	700	$29,774	1.08
Administrative & Waste Services	5,772	418	$46,973	0.81
Educational Services	4,841	102	$74,746	1.94
Wholesale Trade	4,480	284	$80,243	0.94
Construction	4,379	617	$79,712	0.69
Other Services	3,720	675	$40,572	1.02
Professional & Technical Services	3,661	642	$89,917	0.44
Finance & Insurance	2,101	347	$101,569	0.43
Arts & Entertainment	1,902	122	$24,475	0.94
Information & Technology	1,403	107	$80,620	0.62
Management of Companies	1,237	68	$98,978	0.61
Real Estate	986	254	$58,560	0.53
Agriculture & Forestry	319	28	$36,478	0.33
Utilities	315	15	$139,296	0.68
Mining & Oil/Gas	84	9	$75,971	0.18

Schools in Alpha

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Alpha Borough School	Elementary	169	24	7.0:1

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Radio Stations near Alpha

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WPRB 103.3 FM - Princeton, NJ	commercial, freeform	AAC 96 kbps
C.A.F.E. Tropical Cristiana	christian	MP3
NewsRadio 790 WAEB	news, talk	AAC
Cat Country 96	country	AAC+ 48 kbps
iHeartPodcast AM 1470	news, talk	AAC
R I B Web Radio	—	MP3 192 kbps
WDVR	community radio, family	MP3
WXL39 162.400 Weather Radio	local weather, noaa	MP3 16 kbps
95.1 ZZO	rock	AAC

Campgrounds Near Alpha

4 campgrounds found near Alpha.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Rivers Bend Group Campground	4.5/5	5	$100
Alosa Campsites	4.1/5	6	$16
Valley View Group Campground	4.0/5	5	$100
Worthington State Forest Campground	—	—	Free

National Parks Near Alpha

130 national parks and monuments found near Alpha.

Park	Type	Fee
Abbott Marshland	State Park	Free
Alapocas Run State Park	State Park	Free
Allamuchy Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Archbald Pothole State Park	State Park	Free
Auburn Heights	State Park	Free
Auburn Heights Preserve	State Park	Free
Bellevue State Park	State Park	Free
Beltzville State Park	State Park	Free
Benjamin Rush State Park	State Park	Free
Big Elk Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Big Pocono State Park	State Park	Free
Braen-Stone Industries Inc.	State Park	Free
Brandywine Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Brandywine Park	State Park	Free
Browns Point Park	State Park	Free
Buck Mountain	State Park	Free
Cheesequake State Park	State Park	Free
Cranberry Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Deerfield Golf and Tennis Club	State Park	Free
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware Canal State Park (David Library)	State Park	Free
Delaware River Access State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area	National Recreation Area	$10
Division of Parks and Forestry Park	State Park	Free
Double Trouble State Park	State Park	Free
Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Edison State Park	State Park	Free
Evansburg State Park	State Park	Free
Fair Hill Nrma	State Park	Free
Farny State Park	State Park	Free
Federal Land	State Park	Free
First State National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Flint Woods Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Fort Washington State Park	State Park	Free
Fox Point State Park	State Park	Free
Frances Slocum State Park	State Park	Free
French Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Goose Pond Mountain	State Park	Free
Gouldsboro State Park	State Park	Free
Greenwood Lake State Park	State Park	Free
H. Fletcher Brown Park	State Park	Free
Hacklebarney State Park	State Park	Free
Hamilton Marsh State Park	State Park	Free
Hawk Island State Park	State Park	Free
Hickory Run Boulder Field Natural Area	State Park	Free
Hickory Run State Park	State Park	Free
High Point State Park	State Park	Free
Highland Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Hobbs Property	State Park	Free
Hopatcong State Park	State Park	Free
Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Hopewell Park	State Park	Free
Independence National Historical Park	National Historical Park	$1
Inland Blue Acres	State Park	Free
Kittatinny Valley State Park	State Park	Free
Kittatinny Valley State Park	State Park	Free
Lackawanna State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Musconetcong State Park	State Park	Free
Lehigh Gorge State Park	State Park	Free
Limited Practical Use Program	State Park	Free
Locust Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Long Pond Ironworks State Park	State Park	Free
Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River	National Wild and Scenic River	Free
Lusscroft Farm State Park	State Park	Free
Marsh Creek State Park	State Park	Free
McEvoy Tract	State Park	Free
Monmouth Battlefield State Park	State Park	Free
Morristown National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Mount Laurel State Park	State Park	Free
Nescopeck State Park	State Park	Free
Neshaminy State Park	State Park	Free
New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve	National Reserve	Free
Nockamixon State Park	State Park	Free
Nvf Site	State Park	Free
Osmun Forest	State Park	Free
Oversee Property	State Park	Free
Palisades Interstate Park	State Park	Free
Palmyra Cove Nature Park	State Park	Free
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Paterson Great Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Paulinskill Valley Trail	State Park	Free
Pequest River Grny	State Park	Free
Pigeon Swamp State Park	State Park	Free
Pimple Hills	State Park	Free
Princeton Battlefield State Park	State Park	Free
Promised Land State Park	State Park	Free
Prompton State Park	State Park	Free
Pyramid Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Ralph Stover State Park	State Park	Free
Rancocas State Park	State Park	Free
Raritan River Confluence State Park	State Park	Free
Rec Trail Wash Cross - Princet	State Park	Free
Ridley Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Ringwood State Park	State Park	Free
Rocky Run Acquisition	State Park	Free
Rutgers Community Park	State Park	Free
Shirazi	State Park	Free
Six Mile Run Reservoir Site	State Park	Free
Soldiers and Sailors	State Park	Free
Steamtown National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Stephens State Park	State Park	Free
Sterling Forest State Park	State Park	Free
Sussex Branch Trail	State Park	Free
Swartswood State Park	State Park	Free
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial	National Memorial	Free
The Cauffiel Estate	State Park	Free
Thomas Edison National Historical Park	National Historical Park	$10
Tobyhanna State Park	State Park	Free
Troy Meadows State Park	State Park	Free
Tuscarora State Park	State Park	Free
Tyler State Park	State Park	Free
unknown	State Park	Free
unknown	State Park	Free
Valley Forge National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Voorhees State Park	State Park	Free
Washington Crossing	State Park	Free
Washington Crossing State Park	State Park	Free
Washington Crossing State Park	State Park	Free
Washington Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail	National Historic Trail	Free
Wawayanda State Park	State Park	Free
Wawayanda State Park	State Park	Free
White Clay Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Wilmington and Western Railroad	State Park	Free
Wilmington State Parks	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Alpha

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	2,315	$57,750
2015	2,306	$58,804
2017	2,278	$68,788
2019	2,263	$72,463
2021	2,337	$75,368
2023	2,350	$83,125

Museums in Alpha

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
DUBOIS GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		8143755834	$436,795,445
HALL GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		6107583000	$436,795,445
RALPH L. WILSON GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		6107583000	$436,795,445
SIEGEL GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		6107585306	$436,795,445
STUDY GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$436,795,445
ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		6103305000	$214,299,379
PAYNE GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$73,856,820
DELAWARE AND LEHIGH NATIONAL HERITAGE CORRIDOR	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		6102506703	$2,059,759
DELAWARE RIVER RAILROAD	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	99 ELIZABETH STREET PHILLIPSBURG	9082136300	$1,186,283
NORTHAMPTON COUNTY HISTORICAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6102531222	$690,734
HUNTERDON ART MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		9087358415	$630,903
HUNTERDON MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		9087358415	$630,903
JACKTOWN-BLUE MOUNTAIN ANTIQUE GAS & STEAM ENGINE ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1165 RICHMOND RD	6105886900	$218,049
DELAWARE RIVER MILL SOCIETY AT STOCKTON	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6093973586	$181,322
PHILLIPSBURG AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$180,593
MORAVIAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6107595070	$131,989
QUAKERTOWN ALIVE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2155362273	$125,422
HISTORIC BETHLEHEM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6106255202	$121,790
KEMERER MUSEUM OF DECORATIVE ARTS	ART MUSEUM		6108820450	$97,207
KEMERER MUSEUM-DECORATIVE ARTS	ART MUSEUM		6108686868	$97,207
SUN INN PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4848210809	$88,662
JACOBSBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	402 HENRY ROAD	6107599029	$80,088
NATIONAL CANAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2750 HUGH MOORE PARK ROAD	6109233548	$79,505
BURNSIDE PLANTATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6108820450	$66,147
HELP OUR PRESERVATION EFFORT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1301 HOPE BRIDGEVILLE RD	9084594139	$61,456
GOVERNOR WOLF HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6108379015	$52,967
MORAVIAN MUSEUM OF BETHLEHEM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6108820450	$35,967
LEHIGH & KEYSTONE MODEL RAILROAD MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		6108687101	$33,055
SAUCON VALLEY CONSERVANCY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	BETHLEHEM	6108381199	$12,036
ALEXANDRIA TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9089964565
ARMY HISTORICAL COMPANY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ASBURY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
BETHLEHEM STEELWORKERS MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CLINTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COOPERSBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	5 N MAIN ST COOPERSBURG 2ND FLOOR	6102821150
CRAYOLA FACTORY & MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
DELAWARE TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 149	9178857212
DURHAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
EASTON HERITAGE ALLIANCE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GARDENS AT MILL FLEURS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	27 CAFFERTY ROAD
GERTRUDE B. FOX ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	100 ILLICKS MILL RD	6104190218
HARMONY TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	3026 BELVIDERE ROAD
HAYCOCK HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HELLERTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6108331770
HOPE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	HIGH STREET RTE 519	9086374120
LEBANON TOWNSHIP MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9085376464
LOWER SAUCON TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2631 LIMPAR LANE	6102526064
LUTZ-FRANKLIN SCHOOL	GENERAL MUSEUM
MECHLING HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MID-ATLANTIC RAILWAY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
MILFORD BOROUGH HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MORAVIAN HALL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6107597873
NAZARETH AREA SOCIETY OF MODEL ENGINEERS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	212 MAIN ST
NORTHAMPTON COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
OAK SUMMIT SCHOOL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
OXFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PENNSYLVANIA CANAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6104310731
PENNSYLVANIA EARTH SCIENCE	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		6107671829
PENNSYLVANIA LONGRIFLE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6107599029
POHATCONG HISTORY & HERITAGE SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9083191493
RED MILL MUSEUM VILLAGE	GENERAL MUSEUM		9087354101
RICHLAND ONE ROOM SCHOOL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2155365505
SAN FRANCISCO RAILWAY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6108610600
SHIPPEN MANOR	GENERAL MUSEUM		9084534381
SLATE BELT HERITAGE CENTER	HISTORY MUSEUM		6105994993
SLATE BELT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2214 NORTH DELAWARE DRIVE
SOUTH BETHLEHEM HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6107588790
SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP BUCKS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
STEEL WORKERS ARCHIVE	GENERAL MUSEUM		6108610600
UNION FORGE HERITAGE ASSOCIATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		9086383200
UNION TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF HUNTERDON	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
VETERANS MUSEUM OF NEW JERSEY	GENERAL MUSEUM
VOLENDAM WINDMILL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	231 ADAMIC HILL ROAD
WARREN COUNTY EMERGENCY SERVICES AND 911 MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WASHINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF WARREN COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WEST PORTAL HISTORIC SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Alpha

Name	Address	Annual Visits
WARREN COUNTY LIBRARY	2 SHOTWELL DRIVE	307,379
BETHLEHEM AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY	11 WEST CHURCH ST	289,564
EASTON AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY	515 CHURCH ST	285,949
PHILLIPSBURG FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	200 FROST AVENUE	118,506
SOUTHERN LEHIGH PUBLIC LIBRARY	3200 PRESTON LANE	69,482
MEM LIB OF NAZARETH & VICINITY	295 E CENTER ST	60,268
BANGOR PUBLIC LIBRARY	39 SOUTH MAIN ST	43,660
HELLERTOWN AREA LIBRARY	409 CONSTITUTION AVE	31,924
MARY MEUSER MEMORIAL LIBRARY	1803 NORTHAMPTON ST	29,958
WASHINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	20 W. CARLTON AVENUE	18,416
OXFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY	42 WASHINGTON AVENUE	18,103
HOLLAND TOWNSHIP FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	129 SPRING MILLS ROAD	17,174
BELVIDERE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	301 SECOND STREET	16,412
FRENCHTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY	29 SECOND STREET	9,887
RIEGELSVILLE LIBRARY	615 EASTON ROAD	7,166
W.H. WALTERS FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	1001 EAST BLVD	7,134
MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY	40 FRENCHTOWN ROAD	576

Farmers Markets in Alpha

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
ABV Farm Market	690 Allegheny Road				Visit
Belvidere NJ Farmer's Market	2nd street	06/01/2014 to 10/26/2014	Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
Bethlehem Farmers' Market	Intersection of New and Morton Streets	05/05/2016 to 10/27/2016	Thu: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM;		Visit
Easton Farmers' Market	Centre Square (Intersection of Northampton & Third Streets)	05/03/2014 to 11/22/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Frenchtown Farmers' Market	4 Kingwood Avenue	06/01/2014 to 10/26/2014	Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Nazareth Farmers Market on the Square	Nazareth Square		Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Ottsville Farmers Market	8230 Easton Road (Route 611)				Visit
Peaceful Valley Orchards	150 Pittstown Road				Visit
quakertown farmers market	201 station road		Fri: 9:00 AM-9:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-9:00 PM;Sun: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM;		Visit
Saucon Valley Farmers' Market	90 West Water Street	05/04/2014 to 11/23/2014	Sun: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Slate Belt Farmers Market	1566 Riner Road
Springtown Farmers' Market	Rts. 212/412				Visit
St. Luke's SteelStacks Farmers Market	101 Founders Way	Jan 12, 2012 to March 30, 2012	Thu:3:00 PM - 7:00 PM;Sat:12:00 PM - 4:00 PM;		Visit
Washington Borough Farmers Market	44 E. Washington Avenue	06/04/2016 to 09/24/2016	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit

Breweries in Alpha

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Alba Vineyard	Milford, NJ, Beverages, Wines, Brandy, and Brandy Spirits, Milford Wineries, (1),, (1), Milford, NJ	269 County Road 627	9089957800
Blue Moon Beverage	PA">Brewery, PA>Brewery, Bethlehem, PA, Beverages, Beer and Ale, Bethlehem Wholesale Beer and Ale,	1231 Stefko Blvd	6108146094
Bonn Place Brewing	Brewery	310 Taylor St	6104196660	Visit
C.o.b. Brewery	Brewery	2140 Richland Ter
Fegley's Bethlehem Brew Works	Restaurant, Brewery, Bar, Brewery, Bar, and Restaurant	559 Main St	(610) 882-1300, 6108821300	Visit
Mccoole's At The Historic Red Lion Inn	American Restaurant, Lounge, American Restaurant, Lounge, and Brewery, Brewery	4 S Main St	2155381776	Visit
Paradise Club Inc	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaurants, recre	508 W Canal St	6102529439
Pearly Baker's Alehouse	American Restaurant, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Pub, Grocery Stores, Brewery, Catering	11 Centre Sq	6102539949	Visit
The Ship Inn	Gastropub, Brewery, Gastropub and Brewery	61 Bridge St	9089950188	Visit
Think Link Beverages	Brewery	315 Thomas St
Two Rivers Brewing Company, Two Rivers Brewing Co.	Brewery, Gastropub, and Bar, Gastropub, Brewery, Bar, bar drinks	542 Northampton St	610 829-1131, (610) 829-1131, 6108291131	Visit
Weyerbacher Brewing Co��mpany	Brewery	905 Line St	6105595561	Visit

Ski Resorts Near Alpha

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Mt. Rose	100.0	8	2,957	$93	November - April	—	Yes
Montage Mountain Resort	9.0	7	594	$53	December - March	Yes	Yes

Pharmacies in Alpha

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
ALPHA PHARMACY	1596 3RD AVENUE	908-454-4362

Daycare Centers in Alpha

3 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
FOR KIDS ONLY II 535 HIGH STREET	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	NOT AVAILABLE	OPEN
POHATCONG SCHOOL WORK FAMILY CONNECTION 240 RT 519	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	NOT AVAILABLE	OPEN
YMCA PROGRAM AT ALPHA PUBLIC SCHOOL 817 NORTH BLVD	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	NOT AVAILABLE	OPEN

Cell Towers in Alpha

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
20 Demeter Road (45247)	LTOWER	119
28 Farview Road (2177)	LTOWER	111
2150 ROSEDALE RD (53804)	MTOWER	59
On Country Road 519 0.5 miles South of Rte 12 intersection	TOWER	57
Glen Gardner: Sanitarium Rd.	TOWER	57
HOFFMAN RD RR2 BOX 364D (POHATCON MT) (2160)	LTOWER	55
BLUE MTN WATER AUTHORITY RD 3 MI NNE OF WIND GAP (2162)	LTOWER	55
4105 Sherry Hill Road (45241)	MTOWER	54
209 RT. 579 (25156)	LTOWER	53
146 Byram Kingwood Road (26633)	GTOWER	52
5514 Route 412 (25418)	MTOWER	48
349 Marienstein Road (101779)	MTOWER	46
30 QUARRY RD (41838)	MTOWER	38
5 HEWITT ROAD (48898)	MTOWER	38
1800' SW OF INTERSECTION OF RTE 412 & ROUTE 611	TOWER	38

Fire Stations in Alpha

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Alpha Volunteer Fire Department	1109 Lee AVE	Volunteer			908-454-2878

Power Plants Near Alpha

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
STRYKER 22, L.L.C.	BATTERIES	221118	-75.1	OP

Bridges in Alpha

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1987	238	31,800	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1987	236	31,800	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1931	96	6,708	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1932	117	5,846	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1973	108	4,034	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1900	55	1,051	G
Culvert	Steel	1976	20	1,041	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1978	130	938	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1987	276	670	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1987	207	375	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1994	57	296	F
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1938	56	77	F

Superfund Sites Near Alpha

8 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
BETHLEHEM ENERGY CENTER	2254 APPLEBUTTER ROAD	NORTHAMPTON
DSM NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS, INC.	206 MACKS ISLAND DR	WARREN
DSM NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS, INC.	206 MACKS ISLAND DR	WARREN
FIBERMARK NORTH AMERICA INC	45 N 4TH ST	BUCKS
GAF MATERIALS CORP/QUAKERTOWN	60 PACIFIC DR	BUCKS
GLENDON ENERGY CO.	711 LEHIGH STREET	NORTHAMPTON
GREEN KNIGHT/PLAINFIELD LANDFILL GAS	2147 PEN ARGYL ROAD	NORTHAMPTON
PPL LOWER MT BETHEL ENERGY LLC PLT	6079 DU PUES FERRY ROAD	NORTHAMPTON

Airports Near Alpha

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Lehigh Valley International Airport	ABE	Medium Airport
Mc Guire Air Force Base	WRI	Medium Airport
Morristown Municipal Airport	MMU	Medium Airport
Northeast Philadelphia Airport	PNE	Medium Airport
Trenton Mercer Airport	TTN	Medium Airport
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport	AVP	Medium Airport
A G A Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Aerequus Airport	—	Small Airport
Aeroflex-Andover Airport	—	Small Airport
Air Haven Airport	—	Small Airport
Air-List-Ads Airport	—	Small Airport
Alexandria Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Allen Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Allentown Queen City Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Altemose Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Bally Spring Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Beltzville Airport	—	Small Airport
Bert's Airport	—	Small Airport
Big Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Blairstown Airport	—	Small Airport
Braden Airpark	—	Small Airport
Brandywine Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Buckingham Airport	—	Small Airport
Bugs Airport	—	Small Airport
Bullfly Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Butter Valley Golf Port Airport	—	Small Airport
Cedar Acres Private Group Airport	—	Small Airport
Central Jersey Regional Airport	JVI	Small Airport
Cherry Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Chester County G O Carlson Airport	CTH	Small Airport
Crosswinds Airfield	—	Small Airport
Cuatros Vientos Airport	—	Small Airport
Deer Meadows Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Dimascio Field	—	Small Airport
Doylestown Airport	DYL	Small Airport
Eagles Lair Airport	—	Small Airport
East Penn Airport	—	Small Airport
Elephant Path Airport	—	Small Airport
Erwinna Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Fetters Construction Airport	—	Small Airport
Fla-Net Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying B Farm Landing Strip	—	Small Airport
Flying Dollar Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying M Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Flying W Airport	—	Small Airport
Gap View Airport	—	Small Airport
Goat Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Graystrip Airport	—	Small Airport
Grover Airport	—	Small Airport
Gunden Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Alpha

39 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone



Bedminster Township Police Department
Bethlehem & Lehigh University Police Joint Sub-Station	324 South New Street
Bethlehem Mounted Police Stables	615 East Langhorne Avenue
Bethlehem Police - Center City Substation	60 West Broad Street
Bethlehem Police - Training Center	52 West Broad Street
Bethlehem Police Department: Northeast Sub Station	1121 Marvine Street
Bethlehem Township Police
Bushkill Township Police Department	1114 Bushkill Center Road
Coopersburg Police Department
Easton Police Department	48 4th Street
Forks Township Police Department
Fountain Hill Police Department	941 Long Street
Franklin Township Police Department
Freemansburg Police Department	600 Monroe Street
Hellertown Police
Lafayette College Public Safety	901 Bushkill Drive
Lehigh University Police Department	321 East Packer Avenue
Lehigh University Police Substation	W. Morton Street
Lopatcong Twp Police Station	232 South 3rd Street
Lower Saucon Police Station
Mansfield Police Department	100 Port Murray Road
Mansfield Police Department	100 Port Murray Road
Nazareth Borough Municipal Offices
New Jersey State Police - Perryville Troop B
New Jersey State Police - Washington Station	560 NJ Rt. 57
NJ State Police	560 NJ 57
Pennsylvania State Police - Troop M - Belfast	654 Bangor Road
Phillipsburg Police Department
Phillipsburg Police Department
Pohatcong Police Department
Quakertown Police Department	35 North 3rd Street
Richland Township Police Department	229 Califonia Road
Slate Belt Regional Police Department
Township of Palmer Police Department
Upper Nazareth Police Department
Upper Saucon Township Police
Washington Township Police
Washington Township Police Department	1021 Washington Boulevard
Wilson Borough Police Department	2035 Butler Street

Treatment Centers in Alpha

18 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Carol Fischbach LCSW	Substance Abuse	908-638-6625
Center for Family Services	Both	908-689-1000
Center for Family Services	Both	908-689-1000
CleanSlate Centers	Substance Abuse	484-893-1482
Community Service Foundation Inc - Buxmont Academy/Bethlehem	Substance Abuse	610-807-0210
Family Guidance Ctr of Warren Cnty - Adult Partial Care	Both	908-689-1000
Family Guidance Ctr of Warren Cnty - Primary Screening Center	Both	908-689-1000
Freedom House Outpatient Services	Substance Abuse	908-777-3102
Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems	Mental Health	610-330-9862
KidsPeace - Broadway Campus	Mental Health	610-799-8600
MSVS Community Counseling Services	Mental Health	610-588-9109
New Directions Treatment Services	Mental Health	610-750-6130
New Directions Treatment Services	Substance Abuse	610-750-6130
Northeast Treatment Centers - NeT Centers	Substance Abuse	610-253-6760
Pinnacle Treatment Centers NJ II LLC - DBA Stateline Medical	Substance Abuse	908-387-0003
Recovery Revolution Inc	Substance Abuse	610-599-7700
Saint Lukes Easton - Behavioral Health Inpatient Services	Mental Health	484-602-2733
Saint Lukes Quakertown - Behavioral Health Inpatient Services	Mental Health	484-602-2733

Churches & Religious Organizations in Alpha

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
IGLESIA CRISTIANA ALTO REFUGIO	319 E CENTRAL AVE
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST ORTHODOX CHURCH	1034 2ND AVE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Alpha

What is the population of Alpha?

Alpha has a population of 2,249 residents and is located in New Jersey. The population density is 1,339 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Alpha expensive to live in?

Alpha is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 108.8 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $83,125, 11% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,400 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,234 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Alpha safe?

Alpha is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 44 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,636 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Alpha receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Alpha?

Alpha has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Alpha?

The job market in Alpha is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,160. There are 7,088 business establishments in the area, including 726 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 10.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Alpha?

The median home value in Alpha is $250,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $332,234. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,234. Fair market rent is $1,759 for a 1-bedroom and $2,132 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 72.8%. The average annual property tax is $7,459.

How are the schools in Alpha?

Schools in Alpha score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 22.2% of adults in Alpha hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Alpha?

The obesity rate in Alpha is 32.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.8% of adults are smokers. 24.8% are physically inactive. 20.3% of residents report depression. 9.8% lack health insurance. 90.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,240.

What is transportation like in Alpha?

The average commute in Alpha is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Alpha?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Alpha is 84.3% White, 1.4% Black or African American, 1.9% Hispanic or Latino. 92.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 7.9% speak Spanish. 7.1% of the population are military veterans. 12.2% of residents have a disability. 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

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