Leadwood, MO
Full City Profile · Missouri
Leadwood, MO
At a Glance
How Leadwood Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Leadwood's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Leadwood a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Leadwood residents earn a median household income of $44,167 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,614. The unemployment rate stands at 10.1% (181% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 30.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Leadwood is $64,000 , 77% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $89,379. Median rent is $802/month, with 51.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1942.
Education
13.5% of adults in Leadwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below the national average). 80.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Leadwood has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches.