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Lebanon, WI

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Lebanon is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 70. Residents earn $46,094 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
70 Population 159/sq mi density
$46,094 Median Income $32,631 per capita
$277,800 Home Value
$910 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$46,094 median income, 16.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$277,800 home value, $910/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
60.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,094
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $277,800
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 60.0%
78% higher than US avg
Median Rent $910
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 16.9%
369% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population70
Median Age30.8 yrs
Density159/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans59.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,094
Per Capita$32,631
Unemployment16.9%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$5,048M
Commute26 min

Housing

B
Home Value$277,800
Rent$910
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units62
Rent Burden21.9%

Health

Obesity41.6%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking14.9%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation906 ft (276 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+60.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+2.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute26 min
Broadband33.0%
Libraries13

Is Lebanon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lebanon receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, 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 $46,094, 39% below the national average of $75,149. At 16.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lebanon is $277,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $910 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Lebanon is a highly educated community — 60.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lebanon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lebanon has a population of 70 with a density of 159 people per square mile. The median age is 30.8 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%).

Population

70
Total Population
159
People / sq mi
30.8yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

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 $46,094, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.9% 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$46,094
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,631
Avg Weekly Wage$1,145
IRS Avg AGI$69,992

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.9%
369% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,002
County GDP$5,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants166
Healthcare170
Retail208
Manufacturing138

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,187
48% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lebanon is $277,800, 1% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $910 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$277,800
1% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$910
22% below US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.8%
Housing Units62
Median Year Built1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,187
48% above US avg
Effective Rate1.87%
In Lebanon, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,751
Dentists1:2,943
Mental Health1:741
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits67.0%
Premature Death7,421/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access71.3%
Healthcare Facilities170
Lebanon has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average19°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation906 ft (276 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density159/sq mi
Coordinates43.2574°N, 88.6322°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 60.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.9-point margin. 33.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.8%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 32.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+60.0%
78% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density159/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access33.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities170
Restaurants166
Retail Stores208

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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