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Palmerton, PA

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Population
5,615
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
400 ft
Median Home Value
$180,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$931/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$68,143
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in PennsylvaniaPopulation rankingHighest population places in PennsylvaniaNearest larger communityAllentown, Pennsylvania16 miles away · 126,044 residents.

About Palmerton

Palmerton is a borough in Carbon County, Pennsylvania, situated in the northeastern region of the state near the Lehigh River. Boasting the National Register-listed Palmerton Historic District, the community of approximately 5,622 is located near the Appalachian Trail and is served by the Palmerton Area School District for public education for students.

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Lower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingOutskirts FitA+100.0rating

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