Lebanon, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Lebanon is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,664. Residents earn $108,672 per year, which is 45% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,664 Population 1,849/sq mi density
$108,672 Median Income $70,592 per capita
$377,300 Home Value
$1,993 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$108,672 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$377,300 home value, $1,993/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,672
45% higher than US avg
Home Value $377,300
34% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 57.8%
72% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,993
71% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.1%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,664
Median Age47.7 yrs
Density1,849/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,672
Per Capita$70,592
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty0.5%
County GDP$9,867M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$377,300
Rent$1,993
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Elevation238 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.8%
High School+99.1%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute36 min
EV Stations3
Libraries11

Is Lebanon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lebanon receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. 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 $108,672, which is significantly higher than the national average — 45% above $75,149. This places Lebanon among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lebanon is $377,300, 34% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,993 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Lebanon is a highly educated community — 57.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lebanon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches, including 27.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Lebanon has a population of 1,664 with a density of 1,849 people per square mile. The median age is 47.7 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%).

Population

1,664
Total Population
1,849
People / sq mi
47.7yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.2%
Female 60.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lebanon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.4%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.6%
121% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lebanon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lebanon is $108,672, which is 45% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Lebanon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,672
45% above US avg
Per Capita Income$70,592
Avg Weekly Wage$1,444
IRS Avg AGI$151,298

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,073
County GDP$9,867M

Business (County)

Restaurants295
Healthcare387
Retail437
Manufacturing130

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,473
256% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.4 min
Work from Home30.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lebanon is $377,300, 34% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,993 (71% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$377,300
34% above US avg
Median List Price$336,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$336,950
$/Sq Ft$143
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,993
71% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,473
256% above US avg
Effective Rate3.31%
In Lebanon, 27.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.4% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.1%
16% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma9.2%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression18.4%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress10.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death4,363/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.7/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities387

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Lebanon has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall27.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation238 ft (73 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density1,849/sq mi
Coordinates40.6419°N, 74.8333°W
County FIPS34019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 57.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.4%
D 45.7%

Winner: Republican by 6.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+57.8%
72% above US avg
High School+99.1%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,849/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities387
Restaurants295
Retail Stores437

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.4 min
Work from Home30.1%

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