New Lebanon, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

New Lebanon is a small town in Ohio with a population of 3,768. Residents earn $64,286 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,768 Population 1,838/sq mi density
$64,286 Median Income $25,295 per capita
$108,200 Home Value $187,574 Zillow
$903 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
75 Violent Crime/100K 3,085 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$64,286 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,200 home value, $903/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
75 violent crimes/100K (80% below avg)
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,286
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,200
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 75/100K
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.1%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $903
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,768
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density1,838/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,286
Per Capita$25,295
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.9%
County GDP$40,097M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,200
Rent$903
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$187,574

Crime

F
Violent75/100K
Property3,085/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary978/100K

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.1%
High School+90.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute25 min
Libraries27

Is New Lebanon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Lebanon receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. New Lebanon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Lebanon is $64,286, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Lebanon is $108,200, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $903 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

New Lebanon is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 75 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,085 per 100,000, 57% above the national average.

Education

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

New Lebanon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 12.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

New Lebanon has a population of 3,768 with a density of 1,838 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 1.2% Black.

Population

3,768
Total Population
1,838
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

New Lebanon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Lebanon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Lebanon is $64,286, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: New Lebanon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,286
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,295
Avg Weekly Wage$1,182
IRS Avg AGI$67,779

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)13,276
County GDP$40,097M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,139
Healthcare1,605
Retail1,494
Manufacturing615

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,777
94% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in New Lebanon is $108,200, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $903 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,574.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,200
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$187,574
Median List Price$185,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$185,000
$/Sq Ft$163
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.3%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$903
22% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,777
94% above US avg
Effective Rate6.26%
In New Lebanon, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.3% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression29.3%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death12,141/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access93.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,605
New Lebanon has a violent crime rate of 75 per 100,000 residents, 80% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,085 per 100,000 (57% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent75.2/100K
80% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape25.1/100K
Robbery50.2/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,085.0/100K
57% above US avg
Burglary978.2/100K
Theft1,956.4/100K
Vehicle Theft150.5/100K
Arson50.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
New Lebanon has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall12.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density1,838/sq mi
Coordinates39.7440°N, 84.3942°W
County FIPS39113
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.3%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 0.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.1%
85% below US avg
High School+90.8%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,838/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries27
Healthcare Facilities1,605
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,494

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Work from Home11.8%

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