Northampton, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Lehigh County County
Northampton, PA
At a Glance
How Northampton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Northampton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Northampton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Northampton residents earn a median household income of $82,719 , which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,800. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 8,954 business establishments, including 801 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Northampton is $225,400 , 20% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $353,790. Median rent is $1,156/month, with 30.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Northampton reports 29 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 92% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 365/100K.
Education
22.6% of adults in Northampton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below the national average). 95.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Northampton has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.