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New Lebanon, PA

Pennsylvania

New Lebanon is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 177. Residents earn $52,083 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
177 Population 139/sq mi density
$52,083 Median Income $26,697 per capita
$130,600 Home Value
$950 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$52,083 median income, 6.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,600 home value, $950/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,083
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,600
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.5%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.3%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population177
Median Age42.6 yrs
Density139/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans13.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$52,083
Per Capita$26,697
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty16.3%
County GDP$5,515M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,600
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units80
Rent Burden30.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation1,352 ft (412 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.5%
High School+89.2%
Graduate+5.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute38 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries5

Is New Lebanon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Lebanon receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. New Lebanon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Lebanon is $52,083, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Lebanon is $130,600, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% 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 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

New Lebanon has a population of 177 with a density of 139 people per square mile. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

177
Total Population
139
People / sq mi
42.6yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

New Lebanon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.0%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.0%
55% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Lebanon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Lebanon is $52,083, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: New Lebanon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,083
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,697
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$62,842

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.3%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,857
County GDP$5,515M

Business (County)

Restaurants251
Healthcare407
Retail423
Manufacturing186

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,174
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.3 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in New Lebanon is $130,600, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,600
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.1%
Housing Units80
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,174
19% above US avg
Effective Rate3.20%
New Lebanon has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,352 ft (412 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density139/sq mi
Coordinates41.4201°N, 80.0800°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42085
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.2-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 34.5%

Winner: Republican by 30.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.5%
18% below US avg
High School+89.2%
Graduate Degree+5.6%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density139/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities407
Restaurants251
Retail Stores423

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.3 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

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