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Palmer, PA

Palmer is a township in Northampton County, Pennsylvania. The population of Palmer Township was 22,317 at the 2020 census. It is the eighth-largest municipality in the Lehigh Valley metropolitan area, which had a population of 861,899 and was the 68th-most populous metropolitan area in the U.S. as of the 2020 census.

Settled in 1740, Palmer Township is located along the Lehigh River, a 109-mile-long (175 km) tributary of the Delaware River. It is located 12 miles (19 km) northeast of Allentown, 51 miles (82 km) north of Philadelphia, and 66 miles (106 km) west of New York City.

Palmer Township is a part of the Greater Easton area, which includes the city of Easton, three townships (Forks, Palmer, and Williams), and three boroughs (Glendon, West Easton, and Wilson). The township is home to Easton Area High School, a large public high school.

The first known inhabitants of the area now known as Palmer Township were the Lenape Native Americans in the 17th century. German Moravian settlers built on land in the Palmer area in 1740. At the time, the area was part of Bucks County, Pennsylvania, which by the mid-18th century also included land now called Northampton County and Lehigh County.

Northampton County separated from Bucks County on March 11, 1752. In 1754, Forks Township, which then also consisted of what is now Palmer Township, was incorporated in 1754 with a total population of about 50 inhabitants.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 10.35 square miles (26.8 km²). Of this, 10.26 square miles (26.6 km²) is land and 0.09 square miles (0.2 km²) is water, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Bodies of water include Lehigh River, Bushkill Creek, and Schoeneck Creek, all of which ultimately drain into the Delaware River. Its villages include Seipsville, Highland Park, Old Orchard, Palmer Heights, Palmer Park, and Prospect Park, also in Bethlehem Township.

The township places a strong emphasis on health and wellness among its residents. Start your wellness journey at Palmer College of Chiropractic, where you can learn about the benefits of chiropractic care. Health Center at Palmer Township and St. Luke's Hospital - Easton Campus offer comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Easton Yoga offers sessions to improve flexibility and mindfulness. Fitness Club at Easton provides a comprehensive fitness experience with state-of-the-art equipment and personal training.  For a relaxing spa day, enjoy the facilities at The Lodge at Woodloch Spa. If you're into sports, Spooky Nook Sports offers a variety of activities including rock climbing and fitness classes.

Top sites in Palmer, PA include The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Bushkill Park, and Rockefeller Center.

Population: 22,317 (2020). Area: 10.35 sq mi (26.81 km²). Elevation: 335 ft (102 m). ZIP Code: 18045. Area Code(s): 610, 484.

FAQs

What is the history of Palmer, PA?

On May 5, 1857, Palmer Township was formed out of the land area of Forks Township south and west of Bushkill Creek; the original population of the township was about 1,300 people. The township was named after George Palmer, the Pennsylvania Surveyor General who surveyed the original township lines.

What are the demographics of Palmer, PA?

With 22,390 people, Palmer is the 78th most populated city in the state of Pennsylvania out of 2,570 cities. The largest Palmer racial/ethnic groups are White (78.3%) followed by Hispanic (13.2%) and Asian (4.5%). In 2022, the median household income of Palmer households was $107,386. Palmer households made slightly more than Springfield township households ($107,378) and West Brunswick households ($107,240). However, 2.0% of Palmer families live in poverty.

Is Palmer, PA a good place to live?

Palmer Township is in Northampton County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Palmer Township offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Palmer Township there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many retirees live in Palmer Township and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Palmer Township are above average.

Sources

Township of Palmer

Wikipedia

Niche

Pennsylvania Demographics

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Bushkill Park

Rockefeller Center

Palmer College of Chiropractic

Health Center at Palmer Township

St. Luke's Hospital - Easton Campus

Easton Yoga

Fitness Club at Easton

The Lodge at Woodloch Spa

Spooky Nook Sports

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