Easton, Pennsylvania
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Hospital
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Easton Hospital stands as a notable hospital in Easton, Pennsylvania, providing services and access to a diverse set of nearby communities. The surrounding region depends on destinations like this one to meet daily needs, and the 30-minute driving radius captures the practical extent of that relationship. The following analysis examines the demographic landscape within reach.
Population catchment
An estimated 344,503 people live within 30 minutes of Easton Hospital, distributed among 20 incorporated communities. Allentown is the population center of the area with 125,845 residents, representing 37% of the overall catchment. Beyond Allentown, the next most populous communities are Bethlehem at 75,781 and Easton at 28,127, reflecting additional population depth in the region. This population base reflects the density and reach of the area served by this hospital.
Regional dependence
Smaller communities in the area often depend on the services and infrastructure concentrated near Allentown and Easton Hospital. 14 of the 20 communities in this catchment have populations under 10,000, suggesting that residents of these towns regularly travel to larger population centers for shopping, healthcare, and employment. This pattern of regional dependence is common across Pennsylvania, where smaller incorporated places rely on nearby anchors for essential services.
Geographic interpretation
The catchment area around Easton Hospital exhibits predominantly urban characteristics. The presence of 6 communities above 10,000 residents reflects a mature metropolitan or suburban region with concentrated population. The population distribution, with Allentown serving as the primary anchor, suggests a concentrated settlement pattern where most residents are concentrated in a few larger communities. At a median of 6,325 residents, most communities within the 30-minute radius are substantially smaller compared to the leading population center. This geographic profile shapes the way residents interact with regional destinations and services.
Identifiers: city · CDP · borough
| Rank | Community | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Allentown (city), PA | 125,845 |
| 2 | Bethlehem (city), PA | 75,781 |
| 3 | Easton (city), PA | 28,127 |
| 4 | Fullerton (CDP), PA | 16,588 |
| 5 | Emmaus (borough), PA | 11,652 |
| 6 | Northampton (borough), PA | 10,395 |
| 7 | Wilson (borough), PA | 8,259 |
| 8 | Middletown (CDP), PA | 7,529 |
| 9 | Chestnut Hill (CDP), PA | 6,689 |
| 10 | Catasauqua (borough), PA | 6,518 |
| 11 | Hellertown (borough), PA | 6,132 |
| 12 | Nazareth (borough), PA | 6,053 |
| 13 | Wescosville (CDP), PA | 6,039 |
| 14 | Bangor (borough), PA | 5,187 |
| 15 | Dorneyville (CDP), PA | 4,850 |
| 16 | Fountain Hill (borough), PA | 4,832 |
| 17 | Palmer Heights (CDP), PA | 3,734 |
| 18 | Pen Argyl (borough), PA | 3,510 |
| 19 | Eastlawn Gardens (CDP), PA | 3,435 |
| 20 | Coplay (borough), PA | 3,348 |
Overview
Situated in Easton, Pennsylvania, Target functions as a key retail store serving the broader regional population. The major retail destination plays a meaningful role in the area's commercial and civic landscape, anchoring a network of nearby communities. A closer look at the reachable population within 30 minutes reveals the reach and importance of this destination.
Population catchment
Approximately 347,930 residents live within a 30-minute drive of Target, spread across 20 distinct incorporated communities. Allentown, with a population of 125,845, is the dominant community in the catchment area, accounting for 36% of the reachable population. Following Allentown, Bethlehem adds 75,781 residents, while Easton contributes 28,127, broadening the demographic base of the area. This concentration highlights the demographic weight of the primary population center relative to smaller surrounding communities.
Regional dependence
Regional dependence is evident in the demographic profile surrounding Target. With 14 of 20 communities registering populations under 10,000, many residents travel beyond their home communities for services available at or near Allentown. Target benefits from this travel pattern, serving as a practical destination for a dispersed population base across Pennsylvania.
Geographic interpretation
Geographically, the communities within 30 minutes of Target form a urban corridor. Several communities in the catchment surpass 10,000 people, pointing to a well-developed urban or suburban area with established infrastructure. Allentown dominates the population landscape, and the surrounding communities create a concentrated distribution. A median population of 6,325 among the catchment communities suggests that substantially smaller communities are the norm, with only a few larger population centers. This settlement pattern influences commuting behavior and access to regional destinations throughout Pennsylvania.
Identifiers: city · CDP · borough
| Rank | Community | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Allentown (city), PA | 125,845 |
| 2 | Bethlehem (city), PA | 75,781 |
| 3 | Easton (city), PA | 28,127 |
| 4 | Fullerton (CDP), PA | 16,588 |
| 5 | Emmaus (borough), PA | 11,652 |
| 6 | Northampton (borough), PA | 10,395 |
| 7 | Wilson (borough), PA | 8,259 |
| 8 | Middletown (CDP), PA | 7,529 |
| 9 | Chestnut Hill (CDP), PA | 6,689 |
| 10 | Catasauqua (borough), PA | 6,518 |
| 11 | Hellertown (borough), PA | 6,132 |
| 12 | Nazareth (borough), PA | 6,053 |
| 13 | Wescosville (CDP), PA | 6,039 |
| 14 | Stroudsburg (borough), PA | 5,927 |
| 15 | Bangor (borough), PA | 5,187 |
| 16 | Dorneyville (CDP), PA | 4,850 |
| 17 | Fountain Hill (borough), PA | 4,832 |
| 18 | Slatington (borough), PA | 4,283 |
| 19 | Palmer Heights (CDP), PA | 3,734 |
| 20 | Pen Argyl (borough), PA | 3,510 |
Walmart
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Situated in Easton, Pennsylvania, Walmart Supercenter functions as a key retail store serving the broader regional population. The major retail destination plays a meaningful role in the area's commercial and civic landscape, anchoring a network of nearby communities. A closer look at the reachable population within 30 minutes reveals the reach and importance of this destination.
Population catchment
Approximately 350,013 residents live within a 30-minute drive of Walmart Supercenter, spread across 20 distinct incorporated communities. Allentown, with a population of 125,845, is the dominant community in the catchment area, accounting for 36% of the reachable population. Following Allentown, Bethlehem adds 75,781 residents, while Easton contributes 28,127, broadening the demographic base of the area. This concentration highlights the demographic weight of the primary population center relative to smaller surrounding communities.
Regional dependence
Regional dependence is evident in the demographic profile surrounding Walmart Supercenter. With 14 of 20 communities registering populations under 10,000, many residents travel beyond their home communities for services available at or near Allentown. Walmart Supercenter benefits from this travel pattern, serving as a practical destination for a dispersed population base across Pennsylvania.
Geographic interpretation
Geographically, the communities within 30 minutes of Walmart Supercenter form a urban corridor. The presence of 6 communities above 10,000 residents reflects a mature metropolitan or suburban region with concentrated population. Allentown dominates the population landscape, and the surrounding communities create a concentrated distribution. A median population of 6,325 among the catchment communities suggests that substantially smaller communities are the norm, with only a few larger population centers. This settlement pattern influences commuting behavior and access to regional destinations throughout Pennsylvania.
Identifiers: city · CDP · borough
| Rank | Community | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Allentown (city), PA | 125,845 |
| 2 | Bethlehem (city), PA | 75,781 |
| 3 | Easton (city), PA | 28,127 |
| 4 | Fullerton (CDP), PA | 16,588 |
| 5 | Emmaus (borough), PA | 11,652 |
| 6 | Northampton (borough), PA | 10,395 |
| 7 | Wilson (borough), PA | 8,259 |
| 8 | Middletown (CDP), PA | 7,529 |
| 9 | Chestnut Hill (CDP), PA | 6,689 |
| 10 | Catasauqua (borough), PA | 6,518 |
| 11 | Hellertown (borough), PA | 6,132 |
| 12 | Nazareth (borough), PA | 6,053 |
| 13 | Wescosville (CDP), PA | 6,039 |
| 14 | Stroudsburg (borough), PA | 5,927 |
| 15 | Palmerton (borough), PA | 5,593 |
| 16 | Bangor (borough), PA | 5,187 |
| 17 | Dorneyville (CDP), PA | 4,850 |
| 18 | Fountain Hill (borough), PA | 4,832 |
| 19 | Slatington (borough), PA | 4,283 |
| 20 | Palmer Heights (CDP), PA | 3,734 |