Lebanon

Lebanon, New Hampshire Overview

Lebanon ranks #2 of 20 cities in New Hampshire, earning a A+ grade with a composite score of 68.9/100. The city stands out in Education (89/100) and Safety (89/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Lebanon

The median household income in Lebanon is $92,288, 6% below the statewide median of $97,880. The local unemployment rate of 1.6% is lower than the state’s 2.8%. Population grew 0.3% recently.

Safety in Lebanon

Lebanon’s violent crime rate of 103.7 per 100,000 is well below both the New Hampshire rate of 110 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 1561.2 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Lebanon

Lebanon has a cost of living index of 104.6 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $345,100. Median monthly rent is $1,732. Renters spend 22.5% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Lebanon

Lebanon’s adult obesity rate of 24.5% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 7.9%. Residents average 14.5 poor mental health days per month. New Hampshire ranks #1 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Lebanon

Lebanon has a high school graduation rate of 91.5%. The student-teacher ratio of 11.5:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $25,858 per student, well above the national median. The city has 4 public schools serving 1,416 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Lebanon

The annual average temperature in Lebanon is 50.3°F. Summers average 67.8°F. Winters average 33.4°F. Precipitation is abundant at 59 inches per year. 18% of workers in Lebanon work from home, well above the national average. The average commute of 13.6 minutes is notably short.

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