Lebanon South, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Lebanon South is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,100. Residents earn $77,608 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
2,100 Population 2,692/sq mi density
$77,608 Median Income $38,649 per capita
$193,000 Home Value
$892 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$77,608 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$193,000 home value, $892/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,608
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $193,000
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $892
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,100
Median Age53.0 yrs
Density2,692/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,608
Per Capita$38,649
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$8,097M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$193,000
Rent$892
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Elevation519 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+89.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute28 min
Libraries6

Is Lebanon South a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lebanon South receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Lebanon South 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 South is $77,608, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lebanon South is $193,000, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $892 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lebanon South experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches, including 24.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lebanon South has a population of 2,100 with a density of 2,692 people per square mile. The median age is 53.0 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%), with 5.8% Hispanic.

Population

2,100
Total Population
2,692
People / sq mi
53.0yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lebanon South vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lebanon South vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lebanon South is $77,608, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Lebanon South vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,608
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,649
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$71,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,936
County GDP$8,097M

Business (County)

Restaurants232
Healthcare286
Retail413
Manufacturing200

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lebanon South is $193,000, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $892 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$193,000
32% below US avg
Median List Price$290,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$290,400
$/Sq Ft$188
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$892
23% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Effective Rate3.00%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Premature Death7,405/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access82.7%
Healthcare Facilities286

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Lebanon South has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.4 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall24.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation519 ft (158 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density2,692/sq mi
Coordinates40.3281°N, 76.4068°W
County FIPS42075
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.0%
23% below US avg
High School+89.1%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,692/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities286
Restaurants232
Retail Stores413

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Work from Home8.2%

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