18042 — Easton, PA Home Values
Typical home value $275,739 as of June 2026 · 54th of 66 in Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 18042, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 18042 compares in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ area
ZIP code 18042 (Easton, PA) has a typical home value of $275,739 as of June 2026, ranking 54th of 66 ZIP codes tracked in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ area, more expensive than about 20% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +1.8% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +39.7%, from $197,415 in June 2021 to $275,739 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 13.1× the annual rent ($1,748/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Allentown.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 18042 has a population of 44,797, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 58.7% White, 20.3% Hispanic or Latino, 11.9% Black or African American, 5.5% two or more races, 2.6% Asian, and 1% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Williams Township El Sch | 2660 Morgan Hill Rd, Easton, PA | 0.6 mi |
| Wilson Area Intermediate Sch | 2400 Firmstone St, Easton, PA | 2.1 mi |
| Avona El Sch | 2317 Front Street, Easton, PA | 2.2 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 18042?
$275,739 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 18042 an expensive ZIP code in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ area?
18042 ranks 54th of 66 ZIP codes in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ area by typical home value, more expensive than about 20% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 18042 changed over the past year?
+1.8% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 18042?
The typical home price is 13.1× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,748/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 18042?
44,797, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 18042?
Williams Township El Sch (0.6 mi), Wilson Area Intermediate Sch (2.1 mi), Avona El Sch (2.2 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 18042?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.