Bethlehem ZIP Code List — Northampton County, PA

There are 6 unique ZIP codes in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Area code: 484/610.

ZIP codes

58.14

sq mi land

0.78

sq mi water

484/610

area code

Bethlehem, PA ZIP code map

About Bethlehem, PA

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is a vibrant city located in the Lehigh Valley of Northampton County. Known for its historical significance and cultural diversity, Bethlehem offers a unique blend of modern amenities and rich traditions. Residents and visitors alike enjoy a lively atmosphere filled with festivals, art, and music throughout the year.

Location & geography

Bethlehem is strategically positioned near other notable cities in Pennsylvania, including Allentown, which is about 10 miles away, and Easton, approximately 6 miles to the northeast. The city spans an area of 74.90 square miles, with a small water area of 0.91 square miles, contributing to its diverse terrain. This geographical setup features scenic views and access to various outdoor activities along the banks of the Lehigh River.

Community & economy

The character of Bethlehem is defined by its strong sense of community and rich cultural heritage, evident in the numerous events it hosts year-round. Industries in Bethlehem have shifted from traditional manufacturing to a focus on healthcare, education, and hospitality, shaping daily life in the city. Residents benefit from a close-knit environment that promotes local businesses, arts, and family-friendly activities.

Transportation

Bethlehem is accessible via major highways, including Interstate 78 and U.S. Route 22, making travel to neighboring cities convenient. The nearest major airport is Lehigh Valley International Airport, located approximately 10 miles away, which connects the city to broader domestic and international destinations. Public transportation options in the area include bus services through the LANTA (Lehigh and Northampton Transportation Authority).

History

Founded in 1741 by Moravian settlers, Bethlehem played a pivotal role during the American industrial revolution due to its strategic location along the Lehigh River. Key industries in the city's history include steel manufacturing, which fueled economic growth and development for over a century. Notable events include the Christmas City tradition that began in the early 20th century, promoting Bethlehem as a hub of holiday festivities.

Did you know?

A surprising fact about Bethlehem is that it was once a significant center for the production of iron and steel, transforming into a cultural and artistic hub with the decline of manufacturing. Today, Bethlehem is known for hosting the annual Musikfest, one of the largest free music festivals in the country.

ZIP codes for Bethlehem, PA (6)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
18015	Bethlehem	Northampton	View map
18016	Bethlehem	Northampton	View map
18017	Bethlehem	Northampton	View map
18018	Bethlehem	Northampton	View map
18020	Bethlehem	Northampton	View map
18025	Bethlehem	Lehigh	View map

Demographics & statistics

126,691

Population

39.5

Median age

$77,050

Median household income

$42,929

Per capita income

$259,450

Median home value

$1,322

Median monthly rent

64.1%

Home ownership

13.2%

Poverty rate

5.4%

Unemployment

32,930

Housing units

36.4%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

3,206

Under 5

3,335

2,622

5–9

2,728

3,677

10–14

3,826

4,994

15–19

5,196

5,359

20–24

5,576

7,914

25–34

8,233

7,377

35–44

7,675

6,766

45–54

7,039

4,039

55–59

4,201

3,932

60–64

4,091

6,572

65–74

6,837

3,565

75–84

3,709

2,069

85+

2,153

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Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	23,553	18.4%
18 and over	103,138	81.6%
65 and over	24,905	19.4%
Median age	39.5 years

Race & ethnicity

White 62%

Hispanic or Latino 13%

Two or more races 8.7%

Other race 6.9%

Black or African American 6.2%

Asian 3.1%

American Indian / Alaska Native 0.1%

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.1%

Group	Count	%
White	90,249	62%
Hispanic or Latino	18,916	13%
Two or more races	12,614	8.7%
Other race	10,039	6.9%
Black or African American	8,992	6.2%
Asian	4,510	3.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native	161	0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander	126	0.1%

Household income

Under $10k 3.9%

$10k–$15k 3.6%

$15k–$25k 6.4%

$25k–$35k 8.0%

$35k–$50k 11.9%

$50k–$75k 14.7%

$75k–$100k 12.4%

$100k–$150k 18.6%

$150k–$200k 9.7%

$200k+ 10.9%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	3.9%
$10k–$15k	3.6%
$15k–$25k	6.4%
$25k–$35k	8.0%
$35k–$50k	11.9%
$50k–$75k	14.7%
$75k–$100k	12.4%
$100k–$150k	18.6%
$150k–$200k	9.7%
$200k+	10.9%
Median income	$77,050

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 1.9%

$50k–$100k 2.1%

$100k–$150k 9.7%

$150k–$200k 16.4%

$200k–$300k 31.2%

$300k–$500k 29.0%

$500k–$1M 8.3%

$1M+ 1.4%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$259,450
Median rent / month	$1,322
Owner occupied	64.1%
Renter occupied	35.9%
Vacant	4.6%
Single-family detached	52.9%
Large apartment buildings	7.3%
Mobile homes	0.2%
Median rooms	6.2
Avg household size (owned)	2.53

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	0.1%
2010–2019	3.9%
2000–2009	8.3%
1990–1999	10.8%
1980–1989	11.5%
1970–1979	12.1%
1960–1969	9.6%
1950–1959	13.9%
1940–1949	5.4%
1939 or earlier	24.5%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	2.1%
1 bedroom	12.6%
2 bedrooms	19.2%
3 bedrooms	39.6%
4 bedrooms	21.3%
5+ bedrooms	5.2%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	9.3%
1 vehicle	34.3%
2 vehicles	37.6%
3 or more	18.8%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	42.2%
Electricity	37.5%
Propane / LP gas	2.1%
Fuel oil	16.3%
Wood	0.4%
Solar	0.1%
No fuel used	0.5%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	21,382	45.1%
Cohabiting couple	4,101	7.9%
Male householder, no spouse	8,556	17.5%
Female householder, no spouse	15,107	29.5%
Households with children under 18	12,512	25.9%
Households with seniors (65+)	17,666	35.2%
Average household size	2.45

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	42.0%	35.6%
Married	46.1%	41.0%
Separated	1.7%	2.3%
Widowed	2.5%	10.9%
Divorced	7.9%	10.1%

Education

Less than 9th grade 3.1%

Some HS, no diploma 5.5%

HS graduate 29.6%

Some college, no degree 16.5%

Associate's degree 9.1%

Bachelor's degree 21.1%

Graduate / professional 15.2%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	91.5%
Bachelor's or higher	36.4%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	1,215	3.6%
Kindergarten	1,172	3.7%
Elementary school	10,325	32.9%
High school	5,934	19.0%
College / grad school	13,735	40.7%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 29.4%

Manufacturing 12.0%

Retail trade 10.1%

Professional & management 9.9%

Arts, food & hospitality 8.2%

Transportation & utilities 6.7%

Finance & real estate 5.6%

Construction 4.7%

Wholesale trade 4.2%

Other services 4.1%

Public administration 2.8%

Information 2.0%

Agriculture & mining 0.4%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	44.1%
Service	16.8%
Sales & office	17.8%
Natural resources & construction	6.3%
Production & transportation	15.0%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	85.8%
Government	8.8%
Self-employed	5.4%
Unpaid family workers	0.0%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	73.7%
Carpool	5.6%
Public transit	2.3%
Walk	2.7%
Other means	3.4%
Avg commute (minutes)	24.1

Poverty

All people 13.2%

Under 18 years 20.7%

18 and over 11.6%

Married-couple families 3.2%

Female-led households 21.0%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	36.5%
Retirement income	29.2%
Supplemental Security	6.4%
Cash public assistance	5.7%
Food stamps / SNAP	14.5%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	31.4%
High cholesterol	31.1%
Heart disease	6.4%
Stroke	2.9%
Asthma	9.9%
Arthritis	27.4%
Kidney disease	2.9%
Pulmonary disease	6.6%
Cancer	6.8%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	18.0%
No physical activity	23.1%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	35.6%
Fair or poor health	14.0%
Poor mental health	15.1%
Poor physical health	10.2%
No health insurance	12.2%
Visited doctor (checkup)	77.7%
Visited dentist	66.0%
Cholesterol screening	88.7%
Teeth loss	13.3%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	6,010	5.9%

Disability	%
Any disability	13.4%
Under 18	7.1%
18–64 years	9.3%
65 and over	33.4%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	72.2%
Public insurance	37.5%
Uninsured under 19	2.8%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	120,150	94.9%
Spanish	9,837	7.7%
Other Indo-European	7,416	5.8%
Asian & Pacific Islander	1,242	1.1%
Other languages	1,014	0.8%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	113,849	89.8%
Born in same state	105,406	83.6%
Born in different state	71,637	56.8%
Foreign born	8,443	6.2%
Naturalized citizen	12,842	10.2%
Not a US citizen	7,117	58.2%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
Italian	15,855	12.5%
Arab	7,490	5.9%
French	6,991	5.5%
Irish	2,930	2.3%
English	1,539	1.2%

Ancestry	Count	%
Norwegian	442	0.3%
Polish	331	0.3%
Dutch	232	0.2%
German	217	0.2%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	38.6%
Internet access	92.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

Frequently asked questions

What ZIP codes does Bethlehem, PA have?

Bethlehem, PA has 6 ZIP codes: 18015, 18016, 18017, 18018, 18020, 18025. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.

What is the main ZIP code for Bethlehem, PA?

The primary ZIP code for Bethlehem, PA is 18025. The city uses area code 484 or 610 for phone service.

What county is Bethlehem, PA in?

Bethlehem is located in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania.

How many ZIP codes are in Bethlehem, PA?

Bethlehem, PA has 6 ZIP codes.

What ZIP code covers the Lehigh University campus and surrounding South Bethlehem area?

Lehigh University and the South Bethlehem neighborhood are primarily located in ZIP code 18015, which encompasses much of the university's main campus and the historic downtown district along the Lehigh River.

Which ZIP codes serve the Bethlehem Steel Historic Site and the North Bethlehem commercial areas?

The former Bethlehem Steel plant site and North Bethlehem's commercial and industrial zones are served by ZIP codes 18017 and 18020, with 18017 covering the central plant area and surrounding neighborhoods.