Lebanon, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

Lebanon is a small city in Oregon with a population of 18,978. Residents earn $56,740 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
18,978 Population 2,647/sq mi density
$56,740 Median Income $30,725 per capita
$295,900 Home Value $385,787 Zillow
$1,274 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$56,740 median income, 4.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$295,900 home value, $1,274/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,740
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $295,900
5% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,274
10% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population18,978
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density2,647/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,740
Per Capita$30,725
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$6,881M
Commute26 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$295,900
Rent$1,274
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$385,787

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI32 (Good)
Elevation348 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+91.1%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 36%
Commute26 min
EV Stations6
Libraries9

Is Lebanon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lebanon receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lebanon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lebanon is $56,740, 24% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lebanon is $295,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,274 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lebanon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Lebanon has a population of 18,978 with a density of 2,647 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.7%), with 3.6% Hispanic.

Population

18,978
Total Population
2,647
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
7.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lebanon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.3%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.7%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lebanon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lebanon is $56,740, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Lebanon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,740
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,725
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$64,863

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,944
County GDP$6,881M

Business (County)

Restaurants260
Healthcare250
Retail371
Manufacturing169

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,316
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lebanon is $295,900, 5% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,274 (10% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $385,787.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$295,900
5% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$385,787
Median List Price$382,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$382,000
$/Sq Ft$254
Homes Sold18
Sale-to-List Ratio99.3%
Price Drops23.3%
Inventory60

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,274
10% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,511

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,051
1 Bedroom$1,143
2 Bedrooms$1,425
3 Bedrooms$1,963
4 Bedrooms$2,318

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,316
23% above US avg
Effective Rate1.46%
In Lebanon, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.7% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma13.2%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression32.7%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Checkup Rate70.8%
Premature Death8,440/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access79.7%
Healthcare Facilities250

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Lebanon has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Area7.2 sq mi (18.6 km²)
Population Density2,647/sq mi
Coordinates44.5310°N, 122.9081°W
County FIPS41043
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%
D 36.2%

Winner: Republican by 24.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.2%
37% below US avg
High School+91.1%
School Test Score5.14
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,647/sq mi
Total Area7.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities250
Restaurants260
Retail Stores371

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Work from Home4.2%

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