Median Income
$55,353
26% lower than US avg
Home Value
$179,400
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
1.9%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment
7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
32.6%
163% higher than US avg
How Lehigh Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population220
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density140/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Economy
C
Median Income$55,353
Per Capita$24,378
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty32.6%
County GDP$300M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$179,400
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease7.8%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Elevation602 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+1.9%
High School+81.9%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute21 min
Libraries1
Is Lehigh a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lehigh receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Lehigh has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lehigh is $55,353, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 32.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lehigh is $179,400, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
1.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Lehigh enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Lehigh has a population of 220 with a density of 140 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.2%), with 20.5% Hispanic.
Population
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.6% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg |
The median household income in Lehigh is $55,353, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 32.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,353 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,378 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $887 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,512 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.3% |
| 103% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 32.6% |
| 163% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 131 |
| County GDP | $300M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 5 |
| Healthcare | 11 |
| Retail | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,800 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.00% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |
The median home value in Lehigh is $179,400, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $179,400 |
| 36% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $750 |
| 36% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,800 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.00% |
In Lehigh, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.7% report depression. 36.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lehigh vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.3% |
| 32% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.3% |
| Heart Disease | 7.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.2% |
| Asthma | 13.0% |
| COPD | 10.8% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.8% |
| Depression | 29.7% |
| Mental Distress | 22.2% |
| Physical Distress | 17.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 66.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.4% |
| Premature Death | 15,140/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 46.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
Crime Rates: Lehigh vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Lehigh has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 61.4°F |
| 14% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.7 inches |
| 20% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 602 ft (183 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 140/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4747°N, 96.2217°W |
| County FIPS | 40029 |