Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 375,408 ↑ 0.2% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $77,493 4% above national median |
| Median Home Value | $276,100 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.5% |
| Median Age | 39.3 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 4.7% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 49 transactions |
| Active Listings | 12 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 448 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Jan 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $40,763 |
| Recent Sales | 43 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 233 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 7.94 acres |
| Active Listings | 8 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | 2.00 | $140,000 | $70,000 | 8860 Yorkshire Cir | Fogelsville |
| Jan 2026 | 2.77 | $240,000 | $86,486 | 3351 Mathews Ln | Alburtis |
| Nov 2025 | 2.35 | $275,600 | $117,452 | 5320 Saucon Ridge Rd | Center Valley |
| Nov 2025 | 4.92 | $374,400 | $76,098 | 5310 Saucon Ridge Rd | Center Valley |
| Nov 2025 | 6.56 | $94,000 | $14,329 | 0 Furnace Rd | Waynesboro |
| Oct 2025 | 12.30 | $245,000 | $19,919 | 2784 Township Line Rd | Orefield |
| Oct 2025 | 2.02 | $778,045 | $385,172 | 1910 Settlers Ridge Rd | Slatington |
| Oct 2025 | 3.90 | $199,000 | $51,091 | 8409 Mohr Ln | Fogelsville |
| Oct 2025 | 6.50 | $50,000 | $7,692 | 7460 Powder Valley Rd | Zionsville |
| Oct 2025 | 1.70 | $60,000 | $35,357 | 3297 Mountain Rd | Slatington |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 1.88 | $90,000 | $47,873 | 6302 Batman Rd | Zionsville |
| Oct 2025 | 1.02 | $155,000 | $152,110 | 2115 Seipstown Rd | Fogelsville |
| Oct 2025 | 11.80 | $430,000 | $36,441 | 1864 Becker St | Allentown |
| Oct 2025 | 1.74 | $749,093 | $430,515 | 3430 Greenleaf St | Schnecksville |
| Sep 2025 | 2.39 | $95,000 | $39,716 | 1456 Blue Barn Rd | Allentown |
| Sep 2025 | 2.17 | $75,000 | $34,594 | 3026 Woodlane Ave N | Orefield |
| Sep 2025 | 2.10 | $729,990 | $347,618 | 1930 Settlers Ridge Rd | Slatington |
| Aug 2025 | 10.00 | $955,000 | $95,500 | 7079 Central Rd | Germansville |
| Jul 2025 | 7.24 | $295,000 | $40,763 | 1450 Blue Barn Rd | Allentown |
| Jul 2025 | 1.00 | $47,500 | $47,405 | 140 E Mountain Rd | Allentown |
| Jul 2025 | 27.96 | $755,000 | $27,003 | 3900 Orefield Rd | Allentown |
| Jul 2025 | 1.08 | $135,000 | $125,465 | 80-82 Chestnut Hill Rd | Emmaus |
| Jun 2025 | 110.66 | $1,500,000 | $13,555 | 7570 State Route 309 | New Tripoli |
| Jun 2025 | 1.10 | $315,000 | $285,068 | 4125 Ford Dr | Emmaus |
| Jun 2025 | 1.89 | $35,000 | $18,519 | 3668 Main St | Slatington |
| Jun 2025 | 2.75 | $168,500 | $61,362 | 6670 Sweetwood Dr | Macungie |
| Jun 2025 | 2.17 | $125,000 | $57,604 | 2335 S Kistler Ct | Kutztown |
| Jun 2025 | 1.01 | $32,000 | $31,684 | 8246 Springhouse Rd | New Tripoli |
| May 2025 | 1.11 | $154,000 | $138,989 | 2549 Boger Stadt Rd | Fogelsville |
| May 2025 | 1.00 | $57,000 | $56,886 | 510-524 W Normandy St | Allentown |
| May 2025 | 3.31 | $80,000 | $24,206 | 8730 Brown St | Slatington |
| May 2025 | 1.35 | $17,000 | $12,593 | 5444 2nd St | Whitehall |
| May 2025 | 5.85 | $200,000 | $34,188 | 4620 Shimerville Rd | Emmaus |
| May 2025 | 7.64 | $260,000 | $34,027 | 3646 Highland Rd | Orefield |
| Apr 2025 | 14.40 | $450,000 | $31,254 | 8278 Carpet Rd Lot 1 | New Tripoli |
| Apr 2025 | 14.40 | $500,000 | $34,727 | 8646 Edelweiss Rd Lot 2-3-4 | New Tripoli |
| Apr 2025 | 11.70 | $76,428 | $6,532 | 8589 Gun Club Rd | New Tripoli |
| Apr 2025 | 1.01 | $110,000 | $108,912 | 9858 Old 22 | Breinigsville |
| Apr 2025 | 1.01 | $110,000 | $109,344 | 9858 Old Us Highway 22 | Breinigsville |
| Apr 2025 | 18.81 | $275,000 | $14,620 | Pa Route 309 | New Tripoli |
| Apr 2025 | 18.81 | $275,000 | $14,618 | 6340 State Route 309 | New Tripoli |
| Apr 2025 | 4.67 | $75,000 | $16,043 | 7676 Bake Oven Rd | Germansville |
| Mar 2025 | 1.51 | $81,000 | $53,466 | 2120 Turnberry Ct | Center Valley |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Sep 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $450,000 |
| Recent Sales | 6 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 102 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.30 acres |
| Active Listings | 4 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 0.57 | $1,108,110 | 2685 Stonewall Dr | Center Valley |
| Feb 2026 | 0.23 | $450,000 | 3111 S 7th Ave | Whitehall |
| Dec 2025 | 0.67 | $913,200 | 8149 Claussville Rd | Fogelsville |
| Oct 2025 | 0.05 | $30,000 | 742 N Brick St | Allentown |
| Sep 2025 | 0.15 | $120,000 | 125 Oakwood Dr | Whitehall |
| Sep 2025 | 0.15 | $120,000 | 127 Oakwood Dr | Whitehall |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 375,408 |
| Population (2020) | 374,557 |
| Population Growth | 0.23% |
| Median Household Income | $77,493 |
| Median Home Value | $276,100 |
| Total Housing Units | 150,547 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 7,102 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 4.7% |
| Median Age | 39.3 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 53,447 (14.2%) |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.5% |
Market Overview
Lehigh County, Pennsylvania has a population of 375,408, which has grown 0.23% since 2020. The median household income is $77,493, above the national median of $74,580 by 3.9%. The housing vacancy rate of 4.7% suggests tight market conditions. Lehigh County is part of Pennsylvania's land market, attracting both local and out-of-state buyers. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $60,370 per acre, with properties averaging 8.20 acres. There are currently 12 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Lehigh County, Pennsylvania?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Lehigh County has a population of 375,408. The county has grown 0.23% since the 2020 Census, indicating a growing community.
What is the median household income in Lehigh County?
The median household income in Lehigh County is $77,493, which is 3.9% above the national median of $74,580.
Is Lehigh County growing or shrinking?
Lehigh County is growing. The population has increased 0.23% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Lehigh County?
The median home value in Lehigh County is $276,100. The housing vacancy rate is 4.7%, which suggests tight market conditions. The unemployment rate is 5.5%, reflecting the local economic conditions. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $60,370 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $140,500.
Does Reelvest buy land in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania?
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Data Sources: Market data reflects recent vacant land transactions in the county. Demographic data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (2023), Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025). Updated monthly.