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Northampton, Pennsylvania Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Northampton, Pennsylvania is 10,366 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 82nd-largest city in Pennsylvania. The median household income is $82,719, the median home value is $225,400, and the median age is 42.4.

The population has grown 7.0% since 2010 (9,899 → 10,587).

10,366

Population

4195

People / sq mi

$82,719

Median Income

$225,400

Median Home Value

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Northampton covers 2.5 sq mi of land at 4195 people per square mile.

About Northampton, PA

Northampton is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 12.7% of the population. Northampton is a city in Pennsylvania with a population of 10,366.

Median household income is $82,719, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 6.2%, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $225,400, with typical rent around $1,156.

Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 22.6%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 12.5%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.

Northampton borough Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Northampton borough had a population of 9,899 in 2010 and 10,587 in 2024, a 7.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 10,587 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.49%.

2024 · 11K20102024
Northampton borough population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

10,587

Population (2024)

9,899

Population (2010)

10,587

Peak (2024)

0.49%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
20109,899
20119,881
20129,899
20139,867
20149,867
20159,819
20169,829
20179,851
20189,889
20199,870
202010,369
202110,358
202210,327
202310,425
202410,587

Race & Ethnicity

White86.8%
Black or African American1.4%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)0.7%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$82,719

Median Household Income

$41,800

Per Capita Income

6.2%

Poverty Rate

2.1%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$225,400

Median Home Value

$1,156

Median Rent

71.7%

Owner-Occupied

Education

95.4%

High School+

22.6%

Bachelor's+

Commute

2.1%

Drive Alone

74.1%

Public Transit

12.5%

Work From Home

26.9 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

12.7%

Foreign Born

91.6%

Non-English at Home

8.3%

Veterans

16.9%

With Disability

96.8%

Health Insurance

92.5%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management24.1%
Manufacturing17.8%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate10.9%
Retail Trade9.5%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services7.3%
Education, Health Care & Social Services6.0%
Construction3.8%
Public Administration2.7%
Information2.1%
Transportation & Warehousing1.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Northampton, Pennsylvania has a population of 10,366 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 82nd-largest city in Pennsylvania.

The median household income in Northampton, Pennsylvania is $82,719, with 6.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Northampton, Pennsylvania is $225,400, with median monthly rent at $1,156 and a homeownership rate of 71.7%.

The median age in Northampton, Pennsylvania is 42.4 years. The population is 50.1% male and 49.9% female.

The population has grown 7.0% since 2010 (9,899 → 10,587).

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.