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South Whitehall, PA

South Whitehall Township is a township in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. The township's population was 19,180 at the 2010 census. It is a suburb of Allentown and is part of the Lehigh Valley, which had a population of 861,899 and was the 68th-most populous metropolitan area in the U.S. as of the 2020 census.

South Whitehall Township borders Allentown to its east and is 59.3 miles (95.4 km) northwest of Philadelphia and 94.5 miles (152.1 km) west of New York City. The Lehigh Valley interchange of the Northeast Extension of the Pennsylvania Turnpike and Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom are both located in the township.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 17.3 square miles (44.7 km²), of which 17.1 square miles (44.2 km²) are land and 0.2 square miles (0.4 km²), or 0.98%, is water. The township is located immediately west of Allentown and approximately 55 miles (89 km) northwest of Philadelphia. It is drained by Jordan Creek and Little Lehigh Creek into the Lehigh River.

South Whitehall has a hot-summer humid continental climate (Dfa) and is in hardiness zone 6b. Average monthly temperatures at Springhouse Middle School range from 28.6 °F (−1.9 °C) in January to 73.5 °F (23.1 °C) in July.

South Whitehall's villages include Cetronia, Crackersport, Dorneyville (also in Salisbury Township), Greenawalds, Guthsville, Mechanicsville (also in North Whitehall), Meyersville (also in North Whitehall), Orefield (also in North Whitehall), Parkway Manor, Scherersville (also in Whitehall Township), Sterlingworth, Walbert, Wennersville, Westwood Heights, and Woodlawn.

The township places a strong emphasis on health and wellness among its residents. Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Start your wellness journey with a relaxing spa day at Meera Salon and Day Spa, known for its luxurious treatments and serene environment. Planet Fitness and PA Fitness Club provide a comprehensive fitness experience with state-of-the-art equipment and personal training. CrossFit Pittsburgh caters to those looking for high-intensity workouts and strength training. Yoga Flow Pittsburgh provides yoga classes that promote flexibility and mental relaxation. Massage Envy offers therapeutic massages to relieve stress and tension. Hotel Hershey Spa also provides a memorable spa experience with a range of treatments.

Top sites in South Whitehall, PA include Penn Museum, Philadelphia Museum of Art, and Schadt Avenue Park.

Population: 19,794 (2016). Area: 17.25 sq mi (44.67 km²). Elevation: 443 ft (135 m). ZIP Code: 18104. Area code(s): 610, 484.

FAQs

Where did South Whitehall, PA get its name?

The name, Whitehall came from the British and is said to have originated from Lynford Lardner's hunting lodge that was painted with whitewash. Lardner named it "Grouse Hall", but the common people of the region called it "White Hall". Whitehall Township's villages include Cementon, Egypt, Fullerton, Hokendauqua, Mickleys, Stiles, and West Catasauqua.

What are the demographics of South Whitehall, PA?

With 21,403 people, South Whitehall is the 84th most populated city in the state of Pennsylvania out of 2,570 cities. The largest South Whitehall racial/ethnic groups are White (75.0%) followed by Hispanic (12.6%) and Asian (6.2%). In 2022, the median household income of South Whitehall households was $95,751. South Whitehall households made slightly more than Dallas township households ($95,578) and Spring township households ($95,573). However, 2.4% of South Whitehall families live in poverty.

Is South Whitehall, PA a good place to live?

South Whitehall Township is in Lehigh County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in South Whitehall Township offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In South Whitehall Township there are a lot of coffee shops and parks. Many retirees live in South Whitehall Township and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in South Whitehall Township are highly rated.

Sources

Township of South Whitehall

Wikipedia

Niche

Pennsylvania Demographics

Penn Museum

Philadelphia Museum of Art

Schadt Avenue Park

Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest

Meera Salon and Day Spa

Planet Fitness

PA Fitness Club

CrossFit Pittsburgh

Yoga Flow Pittsburgh

Massage Envy

Hotel Hershey Spa

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