Lebanon, SD

South Dakota

Lebanon is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 68. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
68 Population 128/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $19,016 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population68
Median Age29.7 yrs
Density128/mi²
Male / Female29% / 71%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans55.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$19,016
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$149M
Commute10 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain20.2 in/yr
Elevation1,952 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute10 min
Broadband24.0%
Libraries2

Is Lebanon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lebanon receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lebanon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lebanon is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lebanon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.2 inches, including 38.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Lebanon has a population of 68 with a density of 128 people per square mile. The median age is 29.7 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

68
Total Population
128
People / sq mi
29.7yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 29.4%
Female 70.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lebanon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lebanon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lebanon is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Lebanon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,016
Avg Weekly Wage$890
IRS Avg AGI$89,373

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)145
County GDP$149M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare12
Retail16

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$691
1 Bedroom$784
2 Bedrooms$990
3 Bedrooms$1,295
4 Bedrooms$1,540

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.9%
Premature Death4,643/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Lebanon has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.2 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall38.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,952 ft (595 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density128/sq mi
Coordinates45.0688°N, 99.7664°W
County FIPS46107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.1-point margin. 24.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.6%
D 16.5%

Winner: Republican by 65.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.3%
87% below US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score5.45
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density128/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants11
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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