Population324,411 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
Two Rivers And A Planned Civic Square
Northampton County, PennsylvaniaEaston anchors Northampton County at the meeting of the Delaware and Lehigh rivers. Its center square preserves an early civic planning story, while the county’s parks and conservation lands connect ridges, rivers, forests and farmland across a much wider local landscape. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated 324,411 residents in Northampton County, Pennsylvania, on July 1, 2025. The county has approximately 370 square miles of land, according to the 2020 Census Gazetteer.
Northampton County at a Glance
Population324,411 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
County SeatEaston
Largest Municipality (2025 estimate)Bethlehem city
Established1752 (organized; NACo County Explorer)
ZIP Code LookupUSPS address lookup
Total Area, Including Water377.146 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography)
Roads & Traffic511PA travel updates
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Northampton County
Northampton County was created from Bucks County in 1752. Thomas Penn established its seat at the river forks, where Easton developed around land reserved for a courthouse and common. The original county was much larger than today's, with later divisions creating numerous additional counties from its territory. The river junction helps explain the seat's location, while later divisions explain its changing reach. The center square preserves a smaller, more tangible scale within that broad administrative history.
Begin with Easton's river forks and central square, then choose a county park for another landscape perspective. The county system includes both active recreation and conservation settings. Select the destination according to the experience rather than assuming every park has similar facilities. A town walk and one park stop can compare built and natural settings without a long itinerary. Check the chosen park map for the facilities relevant to the planned activity.
What Shapes Us
Local Character
Its center square preserves an early civic planning story, while the county's parks and conservation lands connect ridges, rivers, forests and farmland across a much wider local landscape.
Community History
Northampton County was created from Bucks County in 1752. Thomas Penn established its seat at the river forks, where Easton developed around land reserved for a courthouse and common.
Explore Locally
Begin with Easton's river forks and central square, then choose a county park for another landscape perspective. The county system includes both active recreation and conservation settings.
Discover the county where river routes and civic history meet.
A Closer Look
Northampton County
Places and perspectives from Northampton County
Northampton County Wire
Northampton County & Pennsylvania News
Includes Pennsylvania statewide reporting; stories may cover other counties.Photo CreditsSpotlight PA — Pennsylvania Statewide
Top EPA official’s visits to Pa., other swing states ahead of midterms raise ethics concerns
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Stories from every corner of Northampton County.
Top EPA official’s visits to Pa., other swing states ahead of midterms raise ethics concerns
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Oct 16, 2026 • 2 min read
Erie gunman who killed family controlled their movements, finances: police
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Rep. Perry’s Trump ties targeted by Dems in closely watched Pa. swing district race
The president’s declining popularity could be a liability for Republican U.S. Rep. Scott Perry, a Trump loyalist who…
Oct 16, 2026 • 2 min read
Reading could pull up to $24M from reserves to balance its next 2 budgets
Reading may use $24 million in reserves to cover budget gaps over two years, raising fears the city…
Oct 16, 2026 • 2 min read
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County Resources
Find the Right Local Connection
Start with the organization responsible for the service you need. Follow its official link for current requirements, office locations and availability.
Government
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
Schools
Public school contacts
Selected local schools from the NCES 2024-2025 directory. Contact the school or district to confirm enrollment, attendance boundaries and current services; this is not a complete school list.
Five Points El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-02. 363 Five Points Richmond Rd, Bangor, PA 18013. 610-599-7015.
Asa Packer El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-05. 1650 Kenwood Dr, Bethlehem, PA 18017. 610-865-0660.
Catasauqua SHS – High; grades 09-12. 2500 W Bullshead Rd, Northampton, PA 18067. 610-697-0111.
Cheston El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-05. 723 Coal St, Easton, PA 18042. 610-250-2542.
Easton Arts Academy Elementary CS – Elementary; grades KG-05. 30 N. 4th Street, Easton, PA 18042. 484-546-4230.
Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts – High; grades 09-12. 321 E. Third St, Bethlehem, PA 18015. 610-868-2971.
Lehigh Valley Dual Language CS – Elementary; grades KG-08. 675 E Broad Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018. 610-419-3120.
Hospitals
Local hospital contacts
Facility contacts from the CMS Hospital General Information directory, updated July 22, 2026. Contact the facility directly to confirm current services and appointment arrangements.
St Lukes Hospital – Acute Care Hospitals. 801 Ostrum Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015. 484-526-4000.
St Luke'S Hospital – Easton Campus – Acute Care Hospitals. 250 South 21St Street, Easton, PA 18042. 610-250-4076.
Public Safety
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
Emergency Services
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
State Parks
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
Trails
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
Utilities
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
Libraries
Local library contacts
Locations and public phone numbers are from the IMLS FY2024 Public Libraries Survey. Call the branch to confirm current hours and services before visiting.
Bangor Public Library – 39 South Main St, Bangor, PA 18013. 610-588-4136.
Bethlehem Area Public Library – 11 West Church St, Bethlehem, PA 18018. 610-867-3761.
Easton Area Public Library – 515 Church St, Easton, PA 18042. 610-258-2917.
Hellertown Area Library – 409 Constitution Ave, Hellertown, PA 18055. 610-838-8381.
Memorial Library Of Nazareth & Vicinity – 295 E Center St, Nazareth, PA 18064. 610-759-4932.
Northampton Area Public Library – George Schisler Bldg, 1615 Laubach, Northampton, PA 18067. 610-262-7537.
Mary Meuser Memorial Library – 1803 Northampton St, Easton, PA 18042. 610-258-3040.
Courts
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
DMV
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Transportation
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
Postal Services
USPS location finder — Search by street address, city or ZIP Code for nearby post offices, collection boxes and available services.
USPS ZIP Code lookup — Find the mailing ZIP Code for a specific street address.
USPS Hold Mail — Arrange a temporary mail hold and review identity-verification requirements.
USPS change of address and forwarding — Review forwarding options and submit an address-change request through USPS.
USPS package pickup — Check pickup availability for your address and schedule eligible shipments.
Veterans
National services available to local residents
VA accredited representatives — Find help with VA claims and benefit applications.
VA health care applications — Review application options and supporting information.
VA disability claims — Find the official steps for submitting a disability claim.
GI Bill and education benefits — Review how to apply for VA education benefits.
Veteran career and employment support — Explore VA employment, training and career assistance.
Employment
National services available to local residents
USAJOBS federal employment — Search federal openings by location and occupation.
Apprenticeship Finder — Search apprenticeship opportunities by location and occupation.
My Next Move career exploration — Explore occupations, industries and career interests.
Government job-training resources — Find routes to state training programs and support for different job seekers.
Unemployment benefit guidance — Find your state program and its application and eligibility information.
Plan Your Northampton County Visit
Find places to go, compare activities and make the most of your time here.
Local Questions
Northampton County: Places, Plans & Practical Answers
Start with these 11 answers, then find 5 more planning questions below the discovery lists.
No. Crayola Experience is in downtown Easton, while the National Canal Museum is at Hugh Moore Park. Plan travel between them and check separate admission, boat-ride and operating schedules.
Crayola Experience: Plan colorful hands-on activities in downtown Easton; admission is required. National Canal Museum: Learn about canal transportation at Hugh Moore Park; museum visits and boat rides have their own schedules and tickets.
Hugh Moore Park: Walk the park and canal towpath; paid museum activities are separate from the outdoor visit. Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center: Walk forest and streamside trails near Nazareth and look for scheduled education programs.
Hugh Moore Park: Walk the park and canal towpath; paid museum activities are separate from the outdoor visit. Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center: Walk forest and streamside trails near Nazareth and look for scheduled education programs. Free access does not include purchases, rentals or separately ticketed activities.
Rod's Dogs: Choose hot dogs or smash burgers inside Easton Public Market. Meli European Taverna: Consider a restaurant meal on Northampton Street in Easton.
Easton Public Market: Browse specialty foods and choose a meal from indoor vendors. Easton Farmers' Market: Shop farm and food vendors on scheduled market days; locations or hours can change by season.
Yellow Balloon Consignment: Browse clothing, accessories and resale finds in Easton. Minds Eye Vintage: Look for vintage wardrobe pieces in downtown Easton.
Its center square preserves an early civic planning story, while the county's parks and conservation lands connect ridges, rivers, forests and farmland across a much wider local landscape. Use the local museums and historic sites above to explore that story in more detail.
Bangor Public Library – 39 South Main St, Bangor, PA 18013. 610-588-4136. Bethlehem Area Public Library – 11 West Church St, Bethlehem, PA 18018. 610-867-3761. These contacts come from the supplied local-library directory; call for current opening hours, children’s programs and visitor services.
Five Points El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-02. 363 Five Points Richmond Rd, Bangor, PA 18013. 610-599-7015. Asa Packer El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-05. 1650 Kenwood Dr, Bethlehem, PA 18017. 610-865-0660. These are selected contacts from the supplied school directory. Contact the school or district to confirm attendance boundaries and enrollment; a nearby school is not necessarily the assigned school.
Easton is the county seat recorded in the supplied Northampton County information. Use the Government tab in local resources to locate the department you need; offices may have different addresses and appointment arrangements.
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My Local Guide
Find Something Fun
Make Time for a Local DiscoveryExplore places to eat, shop and spend time in Northampton County, Pennsylvania. Follow each link for current visiting details.
Kids’ Fun
- Crayola Experience — Plan colorful hands-on activities in downtown Easton; admission is required.
- National Canal Museum — Learn about canal transportation at Hugh Moore Park; museum visits and boat rides have their own schedules and tickets.
Restaurants
- Rod's Dogs — Choose hot dogs or smash burgers inside Easton Public Market.
- Meli European Taverna — Consider a restaurant meal on Northampton Street in Easton.
Shopping & Retail
- Easton Public Market — Browse specialty foods and choose a meal from indoor vendors.
- Easton Farmers' Market — Shop farm and food vendors on scheduled market days; locations or hours can change by season.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Yellow Balloon Consignment — Browse clothing, accessories and resale finds in Easton.
- Minds Eye Vintage — Look for vintage wardrobe pieces in downtown Easton.
Outdoor Fun
- Hugh Moore Park — Walk the park and canal towpath; paid museum activities are separate from the outdoor visit.
- Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center — Walk forest and streamside trails near Nazareth and look for scheduled education programs.
Free Things to Do
- Hugh Moore Park — Walk the park and canal towpath; paid museum activities are separate from the outdoor visit.
- Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center — Walk forest and streamside trails near Nazareth and look for scheduled education programs.
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More Northampton County Questions
How could I build a short Northampton County outing from these places?
One possible plan is Crayola Experience, a meal at Rod's Dogs, and a browse at Easton Public Market. These are separate stops; map their addresses and check opening times before deciding whether all three fit your day.
How can I keep a Northampton County day trip inexpensive?
Start with Hugh Moore Park and Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center and bring a picnic where permitted. Budget separately for museum or amusement tickets, restaurant meals, parking where charged, rentals and purchases. Check the linked destination’s current fees instead of assuming every activity on its grounds is free.
Where should I check the forecast before visiting Hugh Moore Park?
Use the county weather section above for the forecast. For Hugh Moore Park, also open the destination’s notices for trail, road or facility closures. A county forecast does not confirm that an individual trail or activity is operating.
What should I confirm before making a special trip to Yellow Balloon Consignment?
Use Yellow Balloon Consignment to confirm the physical-store address, current opening days and whether the item or fitting you need is available. Some shops list online stock, multiple locations or appointment services, so contact the store about a specific visit.
Where can I find the businesses featured in this Northampton County guide?
The “Businesses in This County Guide” section links to Superior Hardware. Open a business page for its contact details. A business featured in this guide may serve the county from another location; confirm its address and service area directly.
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