The Heart of the Lehigh Valley
Lehigh County anchors Pennsylvania's third-largest metropolitan area, where 375,000 residents and over 8,400 businesses create a powerful economic engine between Philadelphia and New York. This is where Allentown's urban renaissance meets Emmaus's small-town charm, where world-class healthcare facilities neighbor centuries-old covered bridges, and where Mack Trucks shares the landscape with organic farms and award-winning breweries.
A Legacy of Innovation and Industry
Allentown, our county seat and Pennsylvania's third-largest city, embodies American industrial evolution. Once the cement capital that literally built America's skylines, today's Allentown pulses with healthcare innovation, financial services, and a thriving arts district centered around the PPL Center. The city's 4,200 businesses range from Fortune 500 headquarters to immigrant-owned restaurants transforming the 7th Street corridor.
Beyond Allentown, communities like Bethlehem (partially in Lehigh), Emmaus, and Macungie offer distinct business environments. The Route 100 corridor buzzes with retail and restaurants, while the I-78/Route 22 junction has become a logistics powerhouse. Head west into the countryside and you'll find working farms, antique shops, and businesses that have served Pennsylvania Dutch communities for generations.
Why Businesses Choose Lehigh County
The economics are compelling: Lehigh County offers metropolitan amenities with manageable costs. Commercial space runs 40% less than Philadelphia and 60% less than New York metro areas. Our workforce of 190,000 combines manufacturing expertise with modern skills from Lehigh University, Muhlenberg College, and Cedar Crest College.
Major employers like Lehigh Valley Health Network, Air Products, and PPL Corporation provide stability, while the Allentown NIZ (Neighborhood Improvement Zone) offers unprecedented tax advantages for businesses. The county's strategic location and educated workforce continue attracting companies from startups to Fortune 500s.
Life in Lehigh County
This is the Lehigh Valley at its finest - sophisticated yet approachable, historic yet forward-thinking. The Allentown Art Museum houses world-class collections. Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom thrills families. The D&L Trail follows the historic canal through charming towns. Coca-Cola Park hosts the IronPigs, while local farms host everything from sunflower festivals to wine tastings.
Residents enjoy excellent schools, diverse neighborhoods, and housing that's actually attainable. From Allentown's revitalized downtown lofts to Macungie's suburban developments to Lower Macungie's rural properties, there's something for every lifestyle and budget.
Your Strategic Northeast Location
Location is everything, and Lehigh County excels. Philadelphia sits 60 miles south. New York City is 90 miles east. Harrisburg is 80 miles west. The Pocono Mountains are 40 miles north. This positioning means businesses can efficiently serve the entire Northeast corridor's 60 million consumers.
Transportation infrastructure supports this advantage: I-78 provides direct east-west access, Route 22 parallels as a commercial corridor, I-476 (Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension) connects north-south, and Route 309 links to Montgomery County. Lehigh Valley International Airport adds global connectivity right in our backyard.
Connect with Lehigh County Businesses
Whether you're seeking professional services, exploring dining options, finding healthcare providers, or scouting business opportunities, our directory connects you with Lehigh County's diverse business community. From Allentown's urban core to the farmlands of Weisenberg Township, from major medical centers to family-owned shops, discover what makes Lehigh County an exceptional place to do business.