Lebanon, NE

Nebraska

Lebanon is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 39.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
39 Population 244/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $46,064 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Unemployment 20.5%
469% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

How Lebanon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population39
Median Age61.5 yrs
Density244/mi²
Male / Female62% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans39.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$46,064
Unemployment20.5%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$737M
Commute22 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain23.4 in/yr
Elevation2,410 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+90.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute22 min
Broadband18.0%
Libraries3

Is Lebanon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lebanon receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Lebanon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 20.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Education

16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lebanon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.4 inches, including 24.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Lebanon has a population of 39 with a density of 244 people per square mile. The median age is 61.5 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

39
Total Population
244
People / sq mi
61.5yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.5%
Female 38.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lebanon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lebanon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lebanon is N/A. The unemployment rate is 20.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Lebanon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$46,064
Avg Weekly Wage$914
IRS Avg AGI$71,366

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.5%
469% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)445
County GDP$737M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare45
Retail70
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,723
35% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone57.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,723
35% above US avg

Health Metrics: Lebanon vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Premature Death9,044/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities45

Crime Rates: Lebanon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Lebanon has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.4 inches
38% below US avg
Snowfall24.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,410 ft (735 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density244/sq mi
Coordinates40.0488°N, 100.2759°W
County FIPS31145
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.4-point margin. 18.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.7%
D 15.3%

Winner: Republican by 68.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.7%
50% below US avg
High School+90.0%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density244/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access18.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants35
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone57.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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