Allentown, Pennsylvania

Allentown: The third most populous city in Pennsylvania. It is located on the Lehigh River in eastern Pennsylvania. Allentown is known for its many manufacturing companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Allentown Art Museum and the Allentown Children's Museum.

About

Allentown is a city located in the county of Lehigh in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 118,032 and a population density of 2,528 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 121,470 inhabitants.

The city was created 262 years ago in 1761.

Allentown is the third most populous city in Pennsylvania located in the Lehigh Valley region of the state. With over 120,000 residents, it is the center of the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metropolitan area.

History

Allentown was founded in 1762 by William Allen who served as mayor of Philadelphia. It grew quickly as a center for government services, transportation, and commerce.

The discovery of large iron ore deposits led to thriving iron works and manufacturing. Allentown embraced innovation as home to Mack Trucks and Western Electric. Historically, it had one of the largest industrial outputs in the US.

Although manufacturing has declined, the city has reinvested itself around service, healthcare, education and tourism.

Economy

Major employers today are Lehigh Valley Health Network, St. Luke's Hospital & Health Network, Air Products, PPL, and Amazon. Finance, life sciences, high-tech and distribution are also economic pillars.

The region benefits from its central northeast location and low operating costs for business. Allentown has revitalized its urban core and riverfront.

Attractions

Popular sites include the Allentown Art Museum, historic Liberty Bell Museum, family-friendly Da Vinci Science Center, and popular festivals at SteelStacks.

Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom offers amusement rides and water fun. The PPL Center hosts Lehigh Valley Phantoms hockey games.

With reinvented economy and downtown, restored historic sites, relative affordability, and easy access to New York City – Allentown has rebounded as an excellent place to live, work and visit.

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Location of Allentown on Pennsylvania map.

Quick Facts about Allentown

Population : 121,470 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : Pennsylvania (United States)
County : Lehigh County
Postal code : 18102, 18104, 18101, 18175, 18105, 18109, 18106, 18195, 18103
Area : 46.69 km2
Named for : William Allen
Altitude : 338 feet / 103 meters
Capital city : Allentown is capital of Lehigh County
Establishment : January 01, 1762 (262 years ago)
Time Zone : UTC−05:00
Local time : 07:14:01 (19th March 2024)
Density : 2,602 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth : 2.83% (2010-2020)
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Geography

Allentown is located at 40°36'30"N 75°29'25"W (40.6084300, -75.4901800).

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Demographics

The population of Allentown increased by 2.83% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 118,032 - census
2011 118,782 0.63% estimation process
2012 118,878 0.08% estimation process
2013 118,826 -0.04% estimation process
2014 119,167 0.29% estimation process
2015 120,071 0.75% estimation process
2016 120,420 0.29% estimation process
2017 121,047 0.52% estimation process
2018 121,537 0.4% estimation process
2019 121,442 -0.08% estimation process
2020 121,470 0.02% estimation process

Allentown zip code is 18101. County name: Lehigh, County fips: 42077

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People born in Allentown (199)

People born in Allentown, including actress Michaela Conlin, pop singer Rod Michael, racecar driver Eddie Sachs, .

List

  • Fred Ewing Lewis (American politician (1865-1949)) he was born in 08/02/1865
  • Amanda Seyfried (American actress and model) she was born in 03/12/1985
  • Keith Jarrett (Jazz and classic pianist) he was born in 08/05/1945
  • Christine Taylor (American actress) she was born in 30/07/1971
  • Devon (American movie actress) she was born in 28/03/1977
  • Andre Reed (former professional American football player) he was born in 29/01/1964
  • Aimee Mullins (American athlete, actress, and fashion model) she was born in 20/07/1975
  • Lee Iacocca (American businessman) he was born in 15/10/1924
  • James B. Cunningham (American diplomat) he was born in 01/01/1952
  • Marion Jessup (American tennis player) she was born in 06/05/1896
  • John Kline (American politician) he was born in 06/09/1947
  • Rick Braun (American smooth jazz trumpeter, vocalist and record producer) he was born in 06/07/1955
  • Jessica Grieco (American bicycle racer) she was born in 10/08/1973
  • Charlie Dent (American politician) he was born in 24/05/1960
  • Dana Snyder (American stand-up comedian) he was born in 14/11/1973
  • Larry Miller (American basketball player) he was born in 04/04/1946
  • Billy Kidman (American professional wrestler) he was born in 11/05/1974
  • Jerry Sags (American professional wrestler) he was born in 05/07/1964

Schools in Allentown

College & universities near Allentown, PA

Code Name City ZIP
214175 Muhlenberg College Allentown (PA) 18104
212328 Empire Beauty School-Lehigh Valley Whitehall (PA) 18052
211468 Cedar Crest College Allentown (PA) 18104-6196
216746 Welder Training and Testing Institute Allentown (PA) 18109-3253
456579 Platt College-McCann-Allentown Allentown (PA) 18109

Stations (28)

Amtrak & bus stations near Allentown, PA

Code Name Address Type
WHV White Haven, PA I-476, Exit 95/I-80, Exit 277, at Hwy 940 BUS
PAO Paoli 13 Lancaster Ave. RAIL
EXT Exton 425 Walkertown Road RAIL
ARD Ardmore Station Road and Lancaster Ave. RAIL
DOW Downingtown West Lancaster Ave. and Stuart Ave. RAIL

Post offices near Allentown

Post Office Name City ZIP
Allentown Post Office Allentown (PA) 18101
Whitehall Post Office Whitehall (PA) 18052
Catasauqua Post Office Catasauqua (PA) 18032
Allentown Airpor Post Office Allentown (PA) 18109
Bethlehem Airpor Post Office Allentown (PA) 18109

Other places with the same name (3)

  • Allentown , New Jersey borough of New Jersey with a population of 1,761 people.
  • Allentown , Georgia human settlement in Bleckley, Laurens, Twiggs, and Wilkinson counties, Georgia, United States of America with a population of 152 people.

Other cities in Lehigh County

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lehigh County , PA. (more)

City Name Population Title
Whitehall Township 24,896 Township in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania
Emmaus 11,493 Borough in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania
Ancient Oaks 6,661 Census designated place
Catasauqua 6,606 Borough of Pennsylvania
Weisenberg 5,294 Township in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania
Fountain Hill 4,713 City in Ashley County, Arkansas, United States of America
Slatington 4,311 Borough of Pennsylvania
Hokendauqua 3,378 Census designated place in Whitehall Township, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania
Coplay 3,217 Borough of Pennsylvania
Macungie 3,183 Borough of Pennsylvania
Schnecksville 2,935 Census designated place
Alburtis 2,643 Borough of Pennsylvania
Coopersburg 2,460 Borough of Pennsylvania
Haines 1,561 Township in Centre County, Pennsylvania
Spring Creek 781 Township of Pennsylvania
Chapman 211 Borough in Pennsylvania, United States of America

Distance to Other Cities

Allentown distances to largest Pennsylvania cities