Median Income
$64,375
14% lower than US avg
Home Value
$339,600
20% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.6%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,552
33% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.0%
60% lower than US avg
How Greenleaf Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,152
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density1,496/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Economy
A
Median Income$64,375
Per Capita$28,151
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$11,738M
Commute27 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$339,600
Rent$1,552
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$412,130
Rent Burden39.9%
Health
Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain10.1 in/yr
Elevation2,418 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.6%
High School+79.9%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 25%
Commute27 min
Libraries7
Is Greenleaf a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Greenleaf receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Greenleaf offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Greenleaf is $64,375, 14% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Greenleaf is $339,600, 20% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,552 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Greenleaf experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Greenleaf has a population of 1,152 with a density of 1,496 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic.
Population
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Greenleaf vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 82.1% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Spanish | 17.9% |
| 34% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Greenleaf vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Greenleaf is $64,375, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income: Greenleaf vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $64,375 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,151 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $998 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,149 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.0% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 8,946 |
| County GDP | $11,738M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 369 |
| Healthcare | 510 |
| Retail | 576 |
| Manufacturing | 259 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,406 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.00% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.4 min |
| Work from Home | 8.2% |
The median home value in Greenleaf is $339,600, 20% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,552 (33% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $412,130.
Home Values
| Census Median | $339,600 |
| 20% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $412,130 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,552 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Rent Burden | 39.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,406 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.00% |
In Greenleaf, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Greenleaf vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.0% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.1% |
| Depression | 24.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,366/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 510 |
Crime Rates: Greenleaf vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
Safety Score
Greenleaf has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 10.1 inches |
| 74% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,418 ft (737 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,496/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.6726°N, 116.8214°W |
| County FIPS | 16027 |