Allentown, PA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 107,791 |
| Crime: | High |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Low |
Climate
The weather is generally mild and can be colder in the winter months than nearby Philadelphia.
Geography
Located in the Lehigh Valley, along the river of the same name, south of Blue Mountain.
Cultural Attractions
Lehigh Valley is home to a number of theaters, music ensembles, and festivals, like the Celtic Fest, Das Awkscht Fescht, and the Great Allentown Fair.
Historical
In 1777, the Liberty Bell was hidden from the British in Zion’s United Church of Christ in Allentown, now the site of the Liberty Bell Museum.
Economy
Since the decline of the manufacturing industry, Allentown has worked to attract new businesses downtown.
| Population [details] | 107,791 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 69.7% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 1213.39 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 18.90% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 33.13 °F/19.33 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 81.4 °F/61.3 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 38.15 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 148 |
| Cost of living [details] | 105.5 |
| State sales tax | 6.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Philadelphia (42.19 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | LEHIGH VALLEY INTERNATIONAL (4.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Fishing, Golf, Health and fitness, Sporting events, Trails and wildlife |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Concerts, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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