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Easton, PA Utility & Living Guide

Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.

Last updated: June 25, 2026

Total Utilities$305/mo

1BR Rent$1200/mo

Sales Tax7.5%

COL Index105 (+5% above national average)

Family Score6/10

Median Home$320,000

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

PPL Electric Utilities

🔥 Gas

$50/mo

UGI Utilities

💧 Water

$45/mo

Easton Suburban Water Authority

🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Waste Management

📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead$305/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$1200/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1600/mo
3 Bedrooms	$2100/mo
Median Home Price	$320,000
Property Tax Rate	1.2%
Avg Childcare/mo	$1000

Easton’s housing market is competitive, with rising demand for historic homes. Prices have increased steadily due to its proximity to NYC and Philadelphia.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$1000

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax	7.5%
Property Tax Rate	1.2%
<p>State 6% + County 1% + City 0.5%</p>

Pennsylvania has a flat 3.07% state income tax rate.

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score

6/10

Safety Index

Higher = safer

School Rating

6.5/10

GreatSchools avg

Avg Childcare

$1000/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

+3% (growing)

Political Climate

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Business Momentum

Moderate with key industries in healthcare, education, and manufacturing

Top Local Concerns

Property taxes, infrastructure maintenance, school funding

🚌 Transit for Families

Public transit is limited; buses are accessible but not always stroller-friendly.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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Crayola Experience
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Easton Farmers' Market
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Hugh Moore Park

Best Neighborhoods for Families

College Hill and West Ward are popular for families, offering good schools and parks. Downtown is walkable but pricier.

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📰 Live Local News

Residents must obtain permits for home renovations and adhere to historic district guidelines in certain areas.

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📊 Easton — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income

$58,243

👤 Median Age

35.6

🏠 Homeownership Rate

46.9%

🔑 Renter Rate

53.1%

📉 Poverty Rate

17.6%

💼 Unemployment Rate

5.3%

📡 Internet Access

82.7%

🎓 College Educated

22.6%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Winter heating costs can double gas bills, while summer AC use raises electric bills by 30-40%.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rates vary by school district, with Easton Area School District at 45 mills.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

Score 6/10 with explanation: sidewalks are decent in downtown areas but uneven in older neighborhoods. Parks are accessible but transit lacks elevators.

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