New Lebanon, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, New Lebanon, Pennsylvania had a total population of 199, the 1720th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $51,250, which is 34% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 30.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 34% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (30.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 11.3% is notably above the national average.
New Lebanon Quick Facts
How New 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 | 177 | 199 | +12.4% |
| Median household income | $52,083 | $51,250 | -1.6% |
| Median home value | $130,600 | $163,200 | +25.0% |
How New 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: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
New Lebanon Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Mercer County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hermitage | 16,041 | $70,052 | 10.9% | $199,500 |
| Sharon | 12,936 | $45,670 | 20.0% | $78,800 |
| Grove City | 7,830 | $57,169 | 10.8% | $171,600 |
| Greenville | 5,523 | $52,661 | 16.5% | $115,100 |
| Farrell | 4,199 | $42,595 | 23.7% | $87,800 |
| Sharpsville | 4,187 | $51,439 | 15.3% | $121,300 |
| Mercer | 2,006 | $47,054 | 16.3% | $151,200 |
| Reynolds Heights | 1,845 | $51,181 | 18.9% | $111,700 |
| West Middlesex | 980 | $89,667 | 1.3% | $158,100 |
| Wheatland | 819 | $40,536 | 34.4% | $67,700 |
Cities Similar to New Lebanon
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rew | 200 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 1.5% |
| Glen Richey | 198 | N/A | $152,300 | 0.0% | 32.3% |
| Crabtree | 201 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Blain City | 202 | $49,063 | $83,100 | 9.7% | 4.0% |
| Brandonville | 199 | $47,500 | $153,900 | 6.5% | 8.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 199, New Lebanon's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
New Lebanon is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Mercer County. The total population is 199. It ranks as the 1720th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in New Lebanon is 40.9 years. This is about the same as the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in New Lebanon is $51,250. This is 34% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 37% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 30.1%. This is 157% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 11.3%. This is 114% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $163,200. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 81.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in New Lebanon was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.5% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
17.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 51% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for New Lebanon, Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania. 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 New Lebanon, Pennsylvania?
New Lebanon, Pennsylvania has a population of 199 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in New Lebanon, PA?
The median household income in New Lebanon is $51,250, which is 37% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in New Lebanon, PA?
The poverty rate in New Lebanon is 30.1%. This means approximately 60 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of New Lebanon, Pennsylvania?
New Lebanon's population is 99.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in New Lebanon, PA?
The median home value in New Lebanon is $163,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is New Lebanon, Pennsylvania?
17.3% of adults (25+) in New Lebanon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.