Bethlehem city, Pennsylvania
Bethlehem city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Bethlehem city is a geographic entity located in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 20,274. The land area covers 4.30 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 20,274 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 40.7 yrs | ±1.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 8,811 | ±371 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 9,109 | ±397 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 8,811 | ±371 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 298 | ±168 |
| Median Home Value | $257,700 | ±$9,953 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,374 | ±$80 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $75,411 | ±$7,308 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,561 | ±$2,637 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.7% | ±3.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,640 | ±708 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.6% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 10,149 | ±525 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91% | ±0.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 79,453 (2024)
ID: 174065
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MAYOR
10 E CHURCH ST, BETHLEHEM PA 18018-6028
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GUS Population: 385,655 (2024)
ID: 194489
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY EXECUTIVE
17 S 7TH ST, ALLENTOWN PA 18101-2401
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Bethlehem | KG-05 | Bethlehem, PA | |
| Career and Technical School Bethlehem | 09-12 | Bethlehem, PA | |
| Regular School Bethlehem | 06-08 | Bethlehem, PA | |
| Regular School Bethlehem | PK-05 | Bethlehem, PA | |
| Regular School Bethlehem | KG-05 | Bethlehem, PA | |
| Regular School Bethlehem | PK-05 | Bethlehem, PA | |
| Regular School Bethlehem | 06-08 | Bethlehem, PA | |
| Regular School Bethlehem | PK-05 | Bethlehem, PA | |
| Regular School Bethlehem | 09-12 | Bethlehem, PA | |
| Regular School Bethlehem | KG-05 | Bethlehem, PA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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ST LUKES HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 801 OSTRUM STREET, BETHLEHEM, PA, 18015 |
(484) 526-4000
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Moravian University
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College | 1.2 mi away | 1200 Main St, Bethlehem, PA, 18018-6650 |
6108611360
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BETHLEHEM AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 11 WEST CHURCH ST, BETHLEHEM, PA, 18018 |
(610) 867-3761
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International Institute for Restorative Practices
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College | 1.5 mi away | 531 Main Street, Bethlehem, PA, 18018 |
6108079221
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BETHLEHEM AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY (BOOKMOBILE)
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 11 W CHURCH ST, BETHLEHEM, PA, 18018 |
(610) 867-3761
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Falcon Institute of Health and Science
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College Vocational | 1.6 mi away | 3045 Avenue B, Bethlehem, PA, 18017-2113 |
6102532527
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SOUTH SIDE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 400 WEBSTER STREET, BETHLEHEM, PA, 18015 |
(610) 867-7852
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St Lukes Hospital School of Nursing
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College Vocational | 1.9 mi away | 801 Ostrum Street, Bethlehem, PA, 18015 |
4845263401
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PUBLIC LIBRARY OF CATASAUQUA
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Library | 3.7 mi away | THIRD & BRIDGE STS, CATASAUQUA, PA, 18032 |
(610) 264-4151
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Triangle Tech Inc-Bethlehem
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College | 1.9 mi away | 3184 Airport Road, Bethlehem, PA, 18017 |
6102662910
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ALLENTOWN INTL AP, PA US, located 2.5 miles from Bethlehem city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.4° | 21.8° | 30.1° | 3.30" | 9.8" |
| February | 41.6° | 23.2° | 32.4° | 2.77" | 10.8" |
| March | 50.8° | 30.5° | 40.7° | 3.63" | 6.3" |
| April | 63.4° | 40.3° | 51.8° | 3.67" | 0.5" |
| May | 73.5° | 50.6° | 62.0° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.9° | 59.9° | 70.9° | 4.40" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.4° | 64.7° | 75.6° | 5.30" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.3° | 62.8° | 73.6° | 4.56" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.4° | 55.2° | 66.3° | 4.84" | 0.0" |
| October | 65.5° | 43.8° | 54.6° | 4.14" | 0.2" |
| November | 53.8° | 34.1° | 43.9° | 3.24" | 0.9" |
| December | 43.1° | 26.8° | 35.0° | 3.86" | 4.6" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethlehem city | City | 2.1 mi | — |
| Fountain Hill borough | Borough | 2.1 mi | — |
| Catasauqua borough | Borough | 3.2 mi | — |
| Freemansburg borough | Borough | 3.5 mi | — |
| Fullerton CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| North Catasauqua borough | Borough | 4.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4207706088. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.