Median Income
$83,125
11% higher than US avg
Home Value
$85,700
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
26.2%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,009
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.8%
69% lower than US avg
How Lehigh Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population189
Median Age33.8 yrs
Density591/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.6%
Economy
A+
Median Income$83,125
Per Capita$33,984
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$521M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$85,700
Rent$1,009
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$134,268
Rent Burden12.9%
Health
Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Elevation1,533 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+26.2%
High School+86.9%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
Commute24 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries6
Is Lehigh a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lehigh receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Lehigh stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lehigh is $83,125, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lehigh is $85,700, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,009 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Lehigh enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Lehigh has a population of 189 with a density of 591 people per square mile. The median age is 33.8 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%), with 2.1% Black.
Population
33.8yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Lehigh is $83,125, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $83,125 |
| 11% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,984 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $789 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,831 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.8% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 351 |
| County GDP | $521M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Healthcare | 26 |
| Retail | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,530 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.12% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.5% |
The median home value in Lehigh is $85,700, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,009 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $134,268.
Home Values
| Census Median | $85,700 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $134,268 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,009 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 12.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,530 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.12% |
In Lehigh, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lehigh vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.4% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.0% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.4% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 11.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.4% |
| Premature Death | 8,304/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 55.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 26 |
Crime Rates: Lehigh vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Lehigh has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-0°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 56.6°F |
| 5% above US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 33.9 inches |
| 11% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,533 ft (467 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 591/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3744°N, 97.3024°W |
| County FIPS | 20115 |