Our Community
The population that makes up the Lehigh Valley and surrounding area is diverse and brings to our community an eclectic mix of cultures, experiences, and lifestyles. Here is an overview of the demographic information we have gathered that paints a picture of the Lehigh Valley as a whole.
Two-County Population: 673,000
Gross Domestic Product: $41.2 billion
Median Age: 41.5
Median Household Income: $62,489
Unemployment Rate: 3.9%
Labor Force Size: 345,000
Percentage of residents with a college degree: 41.4%
Population Growth % (Since Last Decennial Census): 3.5%
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