| ZIP Code | 18042 |
|---|---|
| City | Easton |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Northampton County |
| Area Code | 484/610/835 |
| Elevation | 502 ft |
| Latitude | 40.643635 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.226627 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 42095 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.4 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 12.6% ▲ 26% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 341 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,680 (36.9%) |
| Some College | 2,774 (10.6%) |
| Associates | 3,415 (13%) |
| Bachelors | 2,618 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,428 (28.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $75,806 ≈ Avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $205,900 ▼ 26% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,245/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,932 |
| Vacant Units | 1,538 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,932 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,538 |
| Owner Occupied | 55.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 44.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
ZIP code 18042 is located in Easton, Pennsylvania, within Northampton County. With a population of 44,797, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.4 years. Economically, 18042 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $75,806 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 18042 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $205,900 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,245 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (55.2%) and renters (44.8%). Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 18042 is majority White (57.37%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.6%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 18042 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 18042 in Easton, PA is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 44,797 residents, a median household income of $75,806, and a median home value of $205,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Pennsylvania.