Lebanon County, Pennsylvania Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 24th-largest in Pennsylvania
The population of Lebanon County, Pennsylvania is 143,592 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 24th-largest county in Pennsylvania. The median household income is $76,350, the median home value is $227,300, and the median age is 41.3.
The population of Lebanon County has grown 8.7% since 2010 (133,667 → 145,319), a +0.60% annualized rate.
143,592
Population
+0.60%
Annual growth
397
People / sq mi
$76,350
Median Income
$227,300
Median Home Value
Lebanon County covers 362 sq mi of land at 396.8 people per square mile.
About Lebanon County, PA
Lebanon County is a county in Pennsylvania with a population of 143,592. It ranks #24 among counties in Pennsylvania by population. The median age is 41.3, older than the national median. The population is 49.4% male and 50.6% female.
The median household income in Lebanon County is $76,350, near the US median of $74,580. 7.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $227,300, with monthly rent averaging $1,087. The homeownership rate of 71.3% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Lebanon County reflects 24.0% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 10.1% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 22.4 minutes each way.
Lebanon County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Lebanon County had a population of 133,667 in 2010 and 145,319 in 2024, a 8.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 145,319 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.60%.
145,319
Population (2024)
133,667
Population (2010)
145,319
Peak (2024)
0.60%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 133,667 |
| 2011 | 134,530 |
| 2012 | 135,531 |
| 2013 | 135,803 |
| 2014 | 136,538 |
| 2015 | 137,492 |
| 2016 | 138,481 |
| 2017 | 139,473 |
| 2018 | 141,116 |
| 2019 | 141,318 |
| 2020 | 143,292 |
| 2021 | 143,772 |
| 2022 | 144,003 |
| 2023 | 144,546 |
| 2024 | 145,319 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 82.0% |
| Black or African American | 2.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
41.3
Median Age
50.6%
Female
49.4%
Male
20.2%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.6% · Seniors (65+): 20.2%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $76,350+$269 vs state |
| Mean household income | $95,935 |
| Per-capita income | $37,701 |
| Poverty rate | 7.6%-0.5% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.6% |
| Employment-to-population | 60.1% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Lebanon County is professional & business services, accounting for 24.6% of workers.
How residents commute
0.6%
Drive alone
3.1%
Carpool
75.3%
Public transit
10.1%
Work from home
22.4 min
Avg commute
Housing
$227,300$-13,200 vs state
Median home value
$1,087
Median rent
71.3%
Homeownership rate
59,582
Total housing units
93.7%
Occupied
6.3%
Vacant
28.7%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
91.3%
With health insurance
91.5%
With broadband internet
15.4%
Foreign-born
8.2%
Veterans (18+)
13.9%
With a disability
87.4%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
88.0%
High School+
24.0%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lebanon County, Pennsylvania has a population of 143,592 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 24th-largest county in Pennsylvania. Population density is 397 people per square mile.
The population of Lebanon County has grown 8.7% since 2010 (133,667 → 145,319), a +0.60% annualized rate.
The median household income in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania is $76,350, with mean (average) household income of $95,935 and per-capita income of $37,701. 7.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Lebanon County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (82.0%), Black or African American (2.1%), Hispanic or Latino (0.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania is 41.3 years. Residents are 50.6% female and 49.4% male.
The median home value in Lebanon County is $227,300 and median monthly rent is $1,087. 71.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 59,582 total housing units, 6.3% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.6% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.6%.
Philadelphia is among the largest cities associated with Lebanon County, Pennsylvania, with a population of 1,582,432.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.