Median Income
$63,125
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$170,300
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.8%
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.9%
77% lower than US avg
How Leach Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population307
Median Age32.1 yrs
Density53/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 38%
Economy
A
Median Income$63,125
Per Capita$25,426
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$1,335M
Commute42 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$170,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease8.7%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,140 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.8%
High School+86.7%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute42 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries3
Is Leach a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Leach receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Leach stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Leach is $63,125, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Leach is $170,300, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Leach enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Leach has a population of 307 with a density of 53 people per square mile. The median age is 32.1 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (61.9%), with 37.5% White.
Population
32.1yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 86.4% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Spanish | 13.6% |
| 1% above US avg |
The median household income in Leach is $63,125, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,125 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,426 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $818 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,487 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.9% |
| 77% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 942 |
| County GDP | $1,335M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 87 |
| Healthcare | 83 |
| Retail | 149 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,794 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.23% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 42.2 min |
| Work from Home | 7.8% |
The median home value in Leach is $170,300, 40% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $170,300 |
| 40% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,794 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.23% |
In Leach, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 39.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Leach vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.0% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.1% |
| Heart Disease | 8.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.7% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 10.8% |
| Stroke | 4.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 39.7% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 21.7% |
| Physical Distress | 18.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 13,171/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 49.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 83 |
Crime Rates: Leach vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
Safety Score
Leach has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 60.4°F |
| 12% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,140 ft (347 m) |
| Area | 5.8 sq mi (14.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 53/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.1978°N, 94.9099°W |
| County FIPS | 40041 |