Median Income
$57,500
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$83,300
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.4%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$661
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.8%
27% higher than US avg
How Greenleaf Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population315
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density700/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans10.2%
Economy
B+
Median Income$57,500
Per Capita$27,406
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.8%
County GDP$704M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$83,300
Rent$661
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$134,785
Rent Burden41.3%
Health
Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Elevation1,413 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.4%
High School+90.7%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
Commute21 min
Broadband75.8%
Libraries6
Is Greenleaf a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Greenleaf receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $57,500, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Greenleaf is $83,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $661 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Greenleaf experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches, including 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Greenleaf has a population of 315 with a density of 700 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.8%).
Population
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Greenleaf vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.5% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.5% |
| 37% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Greenleaf vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Greenleaf is $57,500, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income: Greenleaf vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,500 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,406 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $945 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,725 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 413 |
| County GDP | $704M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Healthcare | 40 |
| Retail | 59 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,167 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.80% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.7% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Greenleaf is $83,300, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $661 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $134,785.
Home Values
| Census Median | $83,300 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $134,785 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $661 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 41.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,167 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.80% |
In Greenleaf, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Greenleaf vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.7% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.3% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.7% |
| Depression | 21.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,485/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 40 |
Crime Rates: Greenleaf vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Greenleaf has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 53.5°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 33.6 inches |
| 12% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 15.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,413 ft (431 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 700/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7267°N, 96.9798°W |
| County FIPS | 20117 |