What are the schools like in Lebanon, NJ?

Lebanon is served primarily by Clinton Township School District. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.8:1.

What is the median household income in Lebanon?

The median household income in Lebanon, NJ is $106,389 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.8%.

What is the weather like in Lebanon, NJ?

Lebanon has an average high temperature of 37.8°F in January and 85.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 27.1 inches.

Lebanon, NJ Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Lebanon, NJ affordable or expensive?

Lebanon's cost of living index is 112, where 100 represents the national average. This means Lebanon is 12% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $378,500 and the median rent is $1,973 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Lebanon, NJ?

Lebanon has a violent crime rate of 4.0 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 159.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Lebanon, NJ a Good Place to Live?

Lebanon is a small town of 1,864 in New Jersey, with a median household income of $106,389 and a 2.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 112 (US average = 100), which is 12% above the national average.

Strengths: Lebanon stands out for solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an above-average cost of living, longer commutes. Whether Lebanon is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Lebanon city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 112.5

Lebanon's overall cost of living index is 112.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Lebanon costs roughly 12% more than the average American city.

Metric	Lebanon, NJ	National Avg
Median Home Value	$378,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,973	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	55.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$106,389	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Lebanon's violent crime rate is 4.0 per 100,000 residents — 99% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

4.0 /100k

Property Crime

159.2 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Lebanon is served primarily by Clinton Township School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Lebanon, NJ	National Avg
School District	Clinton Township School District	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	57.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	99.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Lebanon sees average highs of 37.8°F in January and 85.9°F in July, with 50.2 inches of annual precipitation and 27.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Lebanon, NJ
Average High — January	37.8°F
Average High — July	85.9°F
Annual Precipitation	50.2"
Annual Snowfall	27.1"

Demographics

Metric	Lebanon, NJ	National Avg
Population	1,864	—
Median Age	41.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	34.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.1%	18.9%
Asian	5.4%	6.3%
Under 18	17.4%	22.2%
65 and over	16.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Annandale, NJ 3 mi White House Station, NJ 3 mi High Bridge, NJ 4 mi Clinton, NJ 4 mi Oldwick, NJ 5 mi

ZIP Codes in Lebanon

Lebanon, NJ is covered by 1 ZIP code:

08833

Lebanon vs Other Cities

Lebanon, NJ vs Annandale, NJ Lebanon, NJ vs White House Station, NJ Lebanon, NJ vs High Bridge, NJ Lebanon, NJ vs Clinton, NJ Lebanon, NJ vs Oldwick, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lebanon, NJ affordable or expensive?

Lebanon's cost of living index is 112, where 100 is the national average. That puts Lebanon roughly 12% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $378,500 and median rent is $1,973/month.

What is the crime rate in Lebanon, NJ?

Lebanon's violent crime rate is 4.0 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 159.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Lebanon?

Public schools in Lebanon are operated by Clinton Township School District. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.8:1. 57.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Lebanon, NJ a good place to live?

Lebanon, NJ has a population of 1,864, a median household income of $106,389, and an unemployment rate of 2.8%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Lebanon?

Lebanon averages 37.8°F in January and 85.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 50.2 inches with about 27.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Lebanon?

Lebanon, NJ is covered by 1 ZIP code: 08833.

What is the population of Lebanon?

The population of Lebanon, New Jersey is 1,864 with a median age of 41.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Lebanon?

Key numbers for living in Lebanon: cost of living index 112 (100 = US average), median home $378,500, median household income $106,389, crime index 4 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Lebanon side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.