Easton, Pennsylvania Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Easton, Pennsylvania is 29,079 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 20th-largest city in Pennsylvania. The median household income is $63,775, the median home value is $169,200, and the median age is 33.5.
The population has grown 13.5% since 2010 (26,810 → 30,432).
29,079
Population
6821
People / sq mi
$63,775
Median Income
$169,200
Median Home Value
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Easton covers 4.3 sq mi of land at 6821 people per square mile.
About Easton, PA
Easton stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 6,821 people per square mile. Easton is a city in Pennsylvania with a population of 29,079. It ranks #20 among cities in Pennsylvania by population.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $63,775, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 14.7%, above the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $169,200, with typical rent around $1,223.
Roughly 27.6% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 11.7%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Easton: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Easton city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Easton city had a population of 26,810 in 2010 and 30,432 in 2024, a 13.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 30,432 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.93%.
30,432
Population (2024)
26,810
Population (2010)
30,432
Peak (2024)
0.93%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 26,810 |
| 2011 | 26,881 |
| 2012 | 27,174 |
| 2013 | 27,084 |
| 2014 | 27,067 |
| 2015 | 27,015 |
| 2016 | 27,051 |
| 2017 | 27,135 |
| 2018 | 27,240 |
| 2019 | 27,189 |
| 2020 | 28,087 |
| 2021 | 30,202 |
| 2022 | 29,579 |
| 2023 | 30,368 |
| 2024 | 30,432 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 57.4% |
| Black or African American | 16.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$63,775
Median Household Income
$30,495
Per Capita Income
14.7%
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$169,200
Median Home Value
$1,223
Median Rent
45.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
87.6%
High School+
27.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.0%
Drive Alone
71.1%
Public Transit
11.7%
Work From Home
28.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
38.0%
Foreign Born
77.5%
Non-English at Home
4.5%
Veterans
11.4%
With Disability
94.9%
Health Insurance
92.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 29.0% |
| Manufacturing | 9.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.0% |
| Retail Trade | 7.2% |
| Construction | 6.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.3% |
| Public Administration | 3.4% |
| Information | 3.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Easton, Pennsylvania has a population of 29,079 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 20th-largest city in Pennsylvania.
The median household income in Easton, Pennsylvania is $63,775, with 14.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Easton, Pennsylvania is $169,200, with median monthly rent at $1,223 and a homeownership rate of 45.2%.
The median age in Easton, Pennsylvania is 33.5 years. The population is 50.5% male and 49.5% female.
The population has grown 13.5% since 2010 (26,810 → 30,432).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.