Lebanon, VA

Virginia

Lebanon is a small town in Virginia with a population of 3,133. Residents earn $57,578 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
3,133 Population 650/sq mi density
$57,578 Median Income $29,122 per capita
$161,900 Home Value $195,059 Zillow
$643 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
148 Violent Crime/100K 4,299 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$57,578 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$161,900 home value, $643/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
148 violent crimes/100K (61% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,578
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $161,900
43% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 148/100K
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $643
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,133
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density650/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,578
Per Capita$29,122
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$904M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$161,900
Rent$643
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$195,059

Crime

F
Violent148/100K
Property4,299/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault30/100K
Burglary296/100K

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Elevation2,019 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+87.6%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%
Commute22 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Lebanon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lebanon receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $57,578, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lebanon is $161,900, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $643 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Lebanon is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 148 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,299 per 100,000, 119% above the national average.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Lebanon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches, including 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Lebanon has a population of 3,133 with a density of 650 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%), with 1.8% Black.

Population

3,133
Total Population
650
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.3%
Female 56.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lebanon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lebanon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lebanon is $57,578, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Lebanon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,578
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,122
Avg Weekly Wage$929
IRS Avg AGI$55,630

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)565
County GDP$904M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare70
Retail77
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,915
45% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lebanon is $161,900, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $643 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $195,059.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,900
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$195,059

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$643
45% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,915
45% below US avg
Effective Rate1.18%
In Lebanon, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death12,093/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access48.6%
Healthcare Facilities70
Lebanon has a violent crime rate of 148 per 100,000 residents, 61% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,299 per 100,000 (119% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent148.2/100K
61% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape59.3/100K
Robbery59.3/100K
Assault29.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,298.8/100K
119% above US avg
Burglary296.5/100K
Theft4,002.4/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson29.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Lebanon has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall12.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,019 ft (615 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.5 km²)
Population Density650/sq mi
Coordinates36.8995°N, 82.0785°W
County FIPS51167
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.6%
D 16.1%

Winner: Republican by 67.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+87.6%
School Test Score5.58
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density650/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities70
Restaurants34
Retail Stores77

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Work from Home6.7%

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