Median Income
$63,773
15% lower than US avg
Home Value
$179,200
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.4%
56% lower than US avg
How Lebanon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population17,575
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density1,015/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
A
Median Income$63,773
Per Capita$32,068
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$6,412M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$179,200
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$291,355
Health
Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Elevation949 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+88.8%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute21 min
EV Stations6
Libraries4
Is Lebanon a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lebanon receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Lebanon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lebanon is $63,773, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lebanon is $179,200, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Lebanon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Lebanon has a population of 17,575 with a density of 1,015 people per square mile. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.5%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.
Population
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.0% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.0% |
| 55% below US avg |
The median household income in Lebanon is $63,773, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,773 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,068 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,075 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $138,755 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.4% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,538 |
| County GDP | $6,412M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 141 |
| Healthcare | 170 |
| Retail | 183 |
| Manufacturing | 78 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,156 |
| 104% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.99% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.4 min |
| Work from Home | 11.8% |
The median home value in Lebanon is $179,200, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $291,355.
Home Values
| Census Median | $179,200 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $291,355 |
| Median List Price | $275,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $275,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $158 |
| Homes Sold | 14 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.2% |
| Price Drops | 34.8% |
| Inventory | 46 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $900 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,667 |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,156 |
| 104% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.99% |
In Lebanon, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lebanon vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.3% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.2% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.7% |
| Depression | 24.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.1% |
| Premature Death | 6,189/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 170 |
Crime Rates: Lebanon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Lebanon has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.2°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.4 inches |
| 12% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 949 ft (289 m) |
| Area | 17.3 sq mi (44.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,015/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0331°N, 86.4482°W |
| County FIPS | 18011 |