Easton, PA Economy


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Easton, PA is a small town situated in the Lehigh Valley region of Pennsylvania. The city boasts an excellent quality of life with affordable rental options and grocery costs that are comparable to the national average. It offers an eclectic mix of local businesses, attractions and amenities that make it a great place to live. Popular companies in Easton include Martin Guitar Company, Crayola Factory and Technicom Solutions Inc. There are also plenty of attractions such as Lafayette College, The State Theatre Center for the Arts and Hugh Moore Park & Canal Museum. Lastly, there are an abundance of desirable amenities such as excellent restaurants, shopping malls and art galleries.

Easton has an unemployment rate of 9.3%. The US average is 6.0%.

Easton has seen the job market increase by 0.5% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 24.9%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Easton
- The Sales Tax Rate for Easton is 6.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Easton is 4.8%. The US average is 4.6%.
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Income and Salaries for Easton
- The average income of a Easton resident is $19,731 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Easton resident is $58,243 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyEaston, PennsylvaniaUnited States
  9.36
  -6.4%-6.2%
  24.9%33.5%
  6.0%6.2%
  4.8%4.6%
  $27,536$37,638
  $58,243$69,021
  $68,359$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.9%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  6.0%6.8%
  11.9%10.0%
  1.7%2.5%
  12.8%11.0%
  5.0%4.8%
  1.3%0.8%
  3.2%1.9%
  2.2%4.7%
  1.8%1.9%
  5.1%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  3.3%4.2%
  10.5%9.3%
  16.0%14.0%
  1.8%2.1%
  8.9%7.0%
  3.5%4.8%
  4.2%4.7%
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