Lehighton Pennsylvania Map

About Lehighton, Pennsylvania

Lehighton is a locality in Carbon County, Pennsylvania, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,268. The population density is 1253.2 people per km². Lehighton is located at 40.8337°N, 75.7138°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 18235.

Lehighton rests at the confluence of rolling hills and the powerful embrace of the Lehigh River, a place where the air often carries the crisp scent of pine and the distant hum of industry. It lies 16.1 miles east-south-east of Hazleton, PA (from Hazleton, PA: bearing 122°T), and is situated 5.9 miles west-north-west of Palmerton. The landscape here is a study in contrasts: the sturdy, practical architecture of its buildings stands against the wilder, untamed beauty of the surrounding Appalachian foothills. Sunlight, particularly in the late afternoon, can cast a warm, almost buttery glow across the weathered brickwork and the broad, unhurried sweep of the river, lending a quiet dignity to the everyday comings and goings of its residents. The terrain itself, a gentle slope down towards the water, suggests a long history of people drawn to its natural bounty and its strategic position. The story of Lehighton is deeply entwined with the anthracite coal region and the industrial might that once pulsed through these valleys. For generations, the fortunes of Lehighton were tied to the mines and the mills, a legacy that has shaped its character and left its mark on the very soul of the place. The Lehigh River, a vital artery for commerce and power, continues to be a defining feature, its currents whispering tales of barges laden with coal and the relentless drive of innovation. Though the landscape has softened from its more rugged industrial past, a resilient spirit remains, evident in the thriving local businesses and the enduring sense of community that defines Lehighton.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of Lehighton, Pennsylvania with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Lehighton and Carbon County.

Detailed location data for Lehighton includes the ZIP code (18235), telephone area code (215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878), county seat of Carbon County (Jim Thorpe), and school district assignment (Lehighton Area School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Lehighton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.