Lebanon, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lebanon, Oregon had a total population of 19,344, the 37th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $63,176, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Lebanon Quick Facts
How Lebanon Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 18,978 | 19,344 | +1.9% |
| Median household income | $56,740 | $63,176 | +11.3% |
| Median home value | $295,900 | $336,800 | +13.8% |
How Lebanon Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 46 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Lebanon Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Linn County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany | 56,839 | $78,114 | 13.5% | $389,200 |
| Sweet Home | 10,078 | $56,927 | 19.4% | $273,300 |
| Harrisburg | 3,681 | $73,650 | 8.9% | $320,900 |
| Millersburg | 3,366 | $124,867 | 5.1% | $567,200 |
| Brownsville | 1,912 | $83,098 | 10.0% | $373,000 |
| Halsey | 1,491 | $106,458 | 7.8% | $330,300 |
| Tangent | 1,290 | $99,000 | 20.4% | $377,300 |
| Lyons | 1,139 | $91,875 | 14.8% | $488,900 |
| South Lebanon | 939 | $61,346 | 11.0% | $400,800 |
| Scio | 930 | $99,886 | 5.4% | $404,800 |
Cities Similar to Lebanon
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hermiston | 19,546 | $66,998 | $266,700 | 16.7% | 10.1% |
| Altamont | 19,927 | $58,629 | $249,200 | 22.0% | 16.9% |
| Hayesville | 21,246 | $58,624 | $365,400 | 14.9% | 23.7% |
| Ashland | 21,259 | $68,028 | $583,800 | 66.1% | 15.2% |
| Pendleton | 16,950 | $66,563 | $287,100 | 24.7% | 15.0% |
Population Overview
Lebanon is a small city located in Oregon, within Linn County. The total population is 19,344. It ranks as the 37th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lebanon is 37.2 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lebanon is $63,176. This is 24% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 22% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.8%. This is 49% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.8%. This is 8% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $336,800. Housing costs are 29% lower than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.3x. 55.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% lower than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Lebanon is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.7%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 1.8%. The Asian population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.
Education
21.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% lower than the state rate of 36.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lebanon, Oregon is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Oregon state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 420 Census-designated places in Oregon. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Lebanon, Oregon?
Lebanon, Oregon has a population of 19,344 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lebanon, OR?
The median household income in Lebanon is $63,176, which is 22% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lebanon, OR?
The poverty rate in Lebanon is 17.8%. This means approximately 3,377 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lebanon, Oregon?
Lebanon's population is 82.5% White, 0.1% Black, 10.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lebanon, OR?
The median home value in Lebanon is $336,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.3x.
How educated is Lebanon, Oregon?
21.3% of adults (25+) in Lebanon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.