Lehighton, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lehighton, Pennsylvania had a total population of 5,268, the 251st largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $64,651, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Lehighton Quick Facts
How Lehighton Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,268 | 5,268 | +0.0% |
| Median household income | $62,083 | $64,651 | +4.1% |
| Median home value | $198,600 | $213,600 | +7.6% |
How Lehighton Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Lehighton Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Carbon County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palmerton | 5,622 | $68,143 | 15.9% | $180,000 |
| Jim Thorpe | 4,540 | $72,904 | 7.6% | $209,800 |
| Lansford | 4,156 | $44,713 | 23.8% | $55,800 |
| Nesquehoning | 3,344 | $61,354 | 12.9% | $122,500 |
| Summit Hill | 3,137 | $65,268 | 24.0% | $99,700 |
| Weatherly | 2,551 | $52,125 | 22.3% | $163,200 |
| Towamensing Trails | 1,716 | $81,429 | 6.8% | $308,400 |
| Weissport East | 1,646 | $54,837 | 10.3% | $193,500 |
| Bowmanstown | 968 | $68,365 | 8.4% | $191,900 |
| Holiday Pocono | 743 | $62,333 | 5.4% | $206,900 |
Cities Similar to Lehighton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coraopolis | 5,417 | $63,828 | $169,700 | 32.1% | 11.5% |
| Olyphant | 5,381 | $66,423 | $160,900 | 27.6% | 8.8% |
| Duryea | 5,084 | $62,462 | $157,900 | 23.5% | 22.6% |
| Bangor | 5,163 | $70,076 | $173,800 | 23.2% | 9.5% |
| Selinsgrove | 5,593 | $65,650 | $198,500 | 33.9% | 5.1% |
Population Overview
Lehighton is a small city located in Pennsylvania, within Carbon County. The total population is 5,268. It ranks as the 251st most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lehighton is 36.8 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lehighton is $64,651. This is 17% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 20% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.9%. This is 11% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 21% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $213,600. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 49.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lehighton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.7%) is well below the state average of 8.7%. The Asian population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.
Education
14.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 59% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lehighton, Pennsylvania is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Pennsylvania state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Lehighton, Pennsylvania?
Lehighton, Pennsylvania has a population of 5,268 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lehighton, PA?
The median household income in Lehighton is $64,651, which is 20% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lehighton, PA?
The poverty rate in Lehighton is 12.9%. This means approximately 658 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lehighton, Pennsylvania?
Lehighton's population is 91.9% White, 0.0% Black, 3.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lehighton, PA?
The median home value in Lehighton is $213,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Lehighton, Pennsylvania?
14.5% of adults (25+) in Lehighton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.