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610
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Economic Overview
The 610 area code region features a diverse economy with strengths in manufacturing, healthcare, education, technology, and professional services. Major employers include Air Products, PPL Corporation, Olympus America, Lehigh Valley Health Network, and various universities. The area benefits from proximity to both Philadelphia and New York, supporting a robust mix of corporate headquarters, logistics, and small business industries.
Geographical Overview
Area code 610 covers portions of southeastern Pennsylvania, including the cities of Allentown, Bethlehem, Reading, and West Chester. It spans much of the Lehigh Valley, as well as parts of suburban Philadelphia. The region encompasses all or parts of Berks, Lehigh, Northampton, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Bucks counties.
Location Info
Area code 610 primarily serves eastern and southeastern Pennsylvania, excluding the city of Philadelphia itself. It includes communities such as Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, Reading, West Chester, Exton, and Coatesville. The boundaries of 610 generally surround Philadelphia to the north, west, and northwest, with overlays from area code 484.
Population Demographics
The 610 area code region is home to a diverse population, including urban centers, suburban communities, and rural areas. The population includes a mix of ethnicities, with significant White, African American, Hispanic, and Asian communities, and a broad range of age groups. The area features both long-established neighborhoods and rapidly growing suburbs.
Time Zone Info
Area code 610 is located entirely within the Eastern Time Zone (ET).
Other Area Code Details
Area code 610 was created in 1994 as a split from 215 to serve the growing suburban and exurban communities outside Philadelphia. It was among the first area codes in the United States to be overlaid (with 484 in 1999), requiring ten-digit dialing. The region includes several historic sites, universities, and is part of the Pennsylvania Dutch Country.
