Leadore, ID

Idaho

Leadore is a small town in Idaho with a population of 145. Residents earn $31,023 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
145 Population 468/sq mi density
$31,023 Median Income $18,486 per capita
$88,300 Home Value $360,546 Zillow
$1,063 Median Rent 26.7% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$31,023 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,300 home value, $1,063/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,023
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,300
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.0%
97% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,063
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.3%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.2%
47% higher than US avg

How Leadore Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population145
Median Age51.9 yrs
Density468/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans99.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$31,023
Per Capita$18,486
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.2%
County GDP$546M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,300
Rent$1,063
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$360,546
Housing Units59
Rent Burden26.7%

Health

Obesity30.3%
Uninsured11.8%
Smoking14.2%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI33 (Good)
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation5,972 ft (1,820 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.0%
High School+87.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 21%
Commute15 min
Broadband43.0%
Libraries2

Is Leadore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leadore receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Leadore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leadore is $31,023, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leadore is $88,300, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,063 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Leadore has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Leadore has a population of 145 with a density of 468 people per square mile. The median age is 51.9 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.1%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

145
Total Population
468
People / sq mi
51.9yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60%
Female 40%

Race & Ethnicity

Leadore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Leadore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leadore is $31,023, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Leadore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,023
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,486
Avg Weekly Wage$949
IRS Avg AGI$62,952

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.2%
47% above US avg
Establishments (County)455
County GDP$546M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare32
Retail46
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,153
38% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.6 min
Drive Alone64.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Leadore is $88,300, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,063 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $360,546.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,300
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$360,546

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,063
9% below US avg
Rent Burden26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$898
1 Bedroom$950
2 Bedrooms$1,173
3 Bedrooms$1,619
4 Bedrooms$1,949

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.0%
Housing Units59
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,153
38% below US avg
Effective Rate2.44%
In Leadore, 30.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 11.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.2% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Leadore vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.3%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.2%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Uninsured11.8%
37% above US avg
Checkup Rate69.4%
Dental Visits64.2%
Premature Death11,400/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access78.8%
Healthcare Facilities32
Leadore has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average39.1°F
28% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,972 ft (1,820 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density468/sq mi
Coordinates44.6800°N, 113.3592°W
TimezoneAmerica/Boise
County FIPS16059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 1.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (97% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55-point margin. 43.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.3%
D 21.3%

Winner: Republican by 55 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.0%
97% below US avg
High School+87.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.43
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density468/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access43.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants40
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.6 min
Drive Alone64.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.5%

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