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New Lebanon, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

New Lebanon is a small town in Indiana with a population of 206. Residents earn $109,076 per year, which is 45% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
206 Population 1,288/sq mi density
$109,076 Median Income $38,462 per capita
$140,800 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$109,076 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,800 home value
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $109,076
45% higher than US avg
Home Value $140,800
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population206
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density1,288/mi²
Male / Female27% / 73%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans99.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$109,076
Per Capita$38,462
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$1,163M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units52

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation517 ft (158 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute40 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries6

Is New Lebanon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Lebanon receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. New Lebanon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Lebanon is $109,076, which is significantly higher than the national average — 45% above $75,149. This places New Lebanon among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Lebanon is $140,800, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

New Lebanon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 15.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

New Lebanon has a population of 206 with a density of 1,288 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

206
Total Population
1,288
People / sq mi
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 26.7%
Female 73.3%

Race & Ethnicity

New Lebanon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Lebanon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Lebanon is $109,076, which is 45% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: New Lebanon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$109,076
45% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,462
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$58,421

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)372
County GDP$1,163M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare37
Retail60
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,738
50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.3 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in New Lebanon is $140,800, 50% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,800
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units52
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,738
50% below US avg
Effective Rate1.23%
New Lebanon has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall15.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation517 ft (158 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,288/sq mi
Coordinates39.0409°N, 87.4713°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18153
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 37.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.7-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.5%
D 22.8%

Winner: Republican by 52.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.9%
12% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,288/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants38
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.3 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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