West Lebanon, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

West Lebanon is a small town in Indiana with a population of 860. Residents earn $68,594 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
860 Population 1,387/sq mi density
$68,594 Median Income $36,329 per capita
$111,500 Home Value $149,196 Zillow
$578 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$68,594 median income, 8.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,500 home value, $578/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,594
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $578
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population860
Median Age53.1 yrs
Density1,387/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$68,594
Per Capita$36,329
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$371M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,500
Rent$578
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$149,196

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Elevation706 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+93.4%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute31 min
Libraries2

Is West Lebanon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Lebanon receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. West Lebanon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Lebanon is $68,594, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Lebanon is $111,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $578 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

West Lebanon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches, including 23.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

West Lebanon has a population of 860 with a density of 1,387 people per square mile. The median age is 53.1 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%).

Population

860
Total Population
1,387
People / sq mi
53.1yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

West Lebanon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Lebanon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Lebanon is $68,594, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: West Lebanon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,594
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,329
Avg Weekly Wage$1,011
IRS Avg AGI$71,701

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)169
County GDP$371M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare16
Retail12
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,056
41% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.9 min
Work from Home0.5%

Walkability

The median home value in West Lebanon is $111,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $578 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $149,196.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,500
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$149,196

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$578
50% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,056
41% below US avg
Effective Rate1.84%
In West Lebanon, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death7,305/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access33.6%
Healthcare Facilities16

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

West Lebanon has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.1 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall23.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation706 ft (215 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,387/sq mi
Coordinates40.2724°N, 87.3862°W
County FIPS18171
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.9%
D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 57.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score6.01
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,387/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants9
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.9 min
Work from Home0.5%

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