The Ultimate Relocation Resource
Moving to Lebanon, Oregon
Small-town charm, affordable housing, and a gateway to the Cascades — here's everything you need to plan your move.
~18K
Population
$395K
Median Home Price
0%
Sales Tax
300+
Acres of Parks
City Services & Utilities
The essentials you'll need when you first arrive — setting up utilities, getting a library card, and knowing who to call.
City Hall
Main administrative office for the City of Lebanon. Handles permits, business licenses, municipal court, and general inquiries.
Water & Sewer Utilities
Start/stop service when you move in. Handles billing, water quality, and after-hours emergencies.
Police Department
Community-oriented policing for the City of Lebanon. Non-emergency line for reports, neighborhood concerns, and general questions.
Phone: 541-451-1751 (non-emergency)
Visit website →Lebanon Fire District
Fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazmat response, and fire prevention education.
Phone: 541-451-1901
1050 W Oak Street, Lebanon, OR 97355
Office: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Visit website →Lebanon Public Library
Free public computers, Wi-Fi, children's programs, book clubs, and community meeting rooms. A library card is free for Linn County residents.
Phone: 541-258-4926
55 Academy Street, Lebanon, OR 97355
Mon–Thu 10 AM – 7 PM, Fri–Sat 12 – 5 PM
Visit website →Parks & Recreation
Manages 300+ acres of parks, trails, sports fields, and community facilities including Cheadle Lake Park.
Schools & Education
Lebanon Community School District 9 serves the area with a strong graduation rate and charter school options.
4,065
Students
10
Schools
91%
Grad Rate
K–12
Full Range
Lebanon High School
High School · Grades 9–12 · 1,240 students
Seven Oak Middle School
Middle · Grades 7–8
Cascades Elementary
Elementary · Grades K–6
Pioneer Elementary
Elementary · Grades K–6
Green Acres Elementary
Elementary · Grades K–6
Riverview Elementary
Elementary · Grades K–6
Sand Ridge Charter School
Charter · Grades K–8 · 333 students
Gifted & talented focus — one of the highest-rated schools in the region
Hamilton Creek K-8
K-8 · Grades K–8
Lacomb K-8
K-8 · Grades K–8
Small rural school east of town
Jobs & Major Employers
Lebanon's economy is anchored by healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, and forestry — with easy commuting access to Corvallis and Albany.
Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital
Healthcare · 1,000+25-bed critical access hospital and Level IV trauma center. Part of the Samaritan Health Services network. Established 1917.
Lowe's Regional Distribution Center
Logistics & Distribution · 650+One of the largest employers in Lebanon. Regional distribution hub for Lowe's home improvement stores across the Pacific Northwest.
Entek International
Manufacturing · 700+Global leader in polyethylene battery separator manufacturing. Founded in Lebanon in 1984.
Weyerhaeuser
Forestry & Wood Products · 1,300+Major timber and wood products company with operations in Lebanon since 1906. One of the area's historic employers.
Lebanon Community Schools
EducationSchool district employing teachers, staff, and administrators across 10 campuses.
Walmart Supercenter
RetailMajor retail employer on the south end of town. Grocery, pharmacy, and general merchandise.
City of Lebanon
GovernmentMunicipal government including police, fire, public works, parks, and administration.
Healthcare & Medical
Lebanon has a community hospital, urgent care clinics, and primary care providers — plus access to the full Samaritan Health Services network.
Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital
25-bed critical access hospital with a Level IV trauma center. Full emergency department, surgical services, imaging, and lab. Part of Samaritan Health Services.
525 N Santiam Highway, Lebanon, OR 97355
BestMed Urgent & Primary Care
Walk-in urgent care and primary care clinic. No appointment needed for most visits.
3400 Cooperative Way, Lebanon, OR
Mon–Sat 8 AM – 8 PM, Sun 8 AM – 6 PM
Samaritan Urgent Care
Urgent care facility connected to the Samaritan Health network.
35 Mullins Drive, Lebanon, OR
Ridgeway Health
Primary care and urgent care with 24/7 on-call provider for after-hours needs.
41 E Ash Street, Lebanon, OR 97355
Outdoor Recreation
From in-town lakeside trails to alpine wilderness an hour east, Lebanon is an outdoor lover's base camp.
Cheadle Lake Park
City ParkLebanon's flagship 35-acre regional park with a scenic lake, paved trails, and wildlife viewing platforms.
- +1.7-mile paved loop trail (wheelchair accessible)
- +Non-motorized boating, kayaking, and fishing
- +Bald eagle and osprey nesting areas
- +Home of the annual Strawberry Festival
South Santiam River
River & Water RecreationThe South Santiam flows right through Lebanon and is one of the area's best summer recreation spots.
- +4.1-mile Bates Bridge to Waterloo float
- +3-mile Diversion Dam to Gills Landing paddle
- +Swimming holes and riverside parks
- +Steelhead and salmon fishing
McDowell Creek Falls
Hiking & Waterfalls · ~12 miles eastEasy family-friendly hike through old-growth forest to multiple waterfalls, just 20 minutes from Lebanon.
- +Royal Terrace Falls and Majestic Falls
- +295 ft elevation gain (easy difficulty)
- +Lush forest canopy year-round
Mount Jefferson Wilderness
Backcountry & Alpine · ~60 miles east via Hwy 22109,000 acres of alpine wilderness with 150+ lakes, 163 miles of trails, and Oregon's second-highest peak at 10,497 ft.
- +Pamelia Lake and Jefferson Park trailheads
- +Alpine meadows, glacial lakes, volcanic peaks
- +Permit required June 15 – October 15
300+ Acres of City Parks
City Park SystemLebanon's park system includes sports fields, playgrounds, picnic areas, and walking trails throughout the city.
- +Gill's Landing — river access for fishing and launching
- +Pioneer Cemetery Park — walking paths and green space
- +Numerous neighborhood pocket parks
Gyms & Fitness
Mid-Willamette Family YMCA
Community Center & Gym
SamFit Lebanon
Fitness Center
NWFit
Fitness Center
Fitness 1440
24-Hour Gym
Anytime Fitness
24-Hour Gym
Willamette Valley CrossFit
CrossFit Box
Physiq Fitness
Fitness Center
Downings Gym
Weight Training
Community & Organizations
Lebanon has an active civic life — service clubs, a lively downtown association, and signature events that bring the community together.
Annual Events
Lebanon Strawberry Festival
First full weekend in June · Cheadle Lake Park
Lebanon's signature community event featuring parades, live music, carnival rides, strawberry shortcake eating contests, fireworks, and vendor booths. Runs Thursday evening through Saturday night.
More info →Lebanon Downtown Farmers Market
Thursdays, mid-May through mid-October, 2–6 PM · S Main Street & W Grant Street
Local produce, baked goods, crafts, and live music. Accepts SNAP/EBT with Double Up Food Bucks Oregon.
Community Events Calendar
Year-round
The City of Lebanon maintains an official community events calendar online.
More info →Organizations & Clubs
Lebanon Area Chamber of Commerce
Business networking, visitor center, and community event coordination.
Visit →Rotary Club of Lebanon
Service club focused on community improvement and charitable giving.
Kiwanis Club
Volunteer organization dedicated to improving children's lives in the community.
Lebanon Area Habitat for Humanity
Builds affordable homes and runs a ReStore for donated building materials.
Lebanon Downtown Association
Promotes downtown businesses, organizes community events, and supports revitalization.
Linn County Arts Guild
Supports local artists and hosts exhibitions and art events.
Strawberry Festival Association
Organizes Lebanon's largest annual event — the Strawberry Festival each June.
Visit →Connect Online
Shopping & Daily Life
Lebanon has all the essentials — grocery stores, a weekly farmers market, and everyday retail — with more options a quick drive away in Albany and Corvallis.
Grocery & Food
Safeway
1983 S Main Street
Pharmacy, online ordering, delivery
Walmart Supercenter
3290 S Santiam Highway
Full grocery, pharmacy, pickup/delivery
Grocery Outlet
Budget-friendly discount grocery
Everyone's Market
Local grocery option
Lebanon Downtown Farmers Market
Thursdays 2–6 PM · S Main Street & W Grant Street
Season: Mid-May through mid-October
Getting Around
Most residents drive — Lebanon is easy to navigate with minimal traffic. Public transit connects to Albany for regional access.
Local Transit
LINX Dial-A-Bus
Curb-to-curb public transit within Lebanon city limits. Open to all riders.
Mon–Fri 7 AM – 5:50 PM
Linn Shuttle
Fixed route connecting Sweet Home → Lebanon → Albany, with Amtrak and transit connections in Albany.
Nearest Airports
Portland International Airport (PDX)
~90 miles north (1.5 hrs)
Major international hub
Eugene Airport (EUG)
~65 miles south (1 hr)
Regional airport with major carriers