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Leasburg, MO

Missouri

Leasburg is a small town in Missouri with a population of 336. Residents earn $40,833 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
336 Population 781/sq mi density
$40,833 Median Income $21,068 per capita
$87,500 Home Value
$675 Median Rent 28.6% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$40,833 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,500 home value, $675/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,833
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,500
69% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.2%
119% higher than US avg

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

People

Population336
Median Age34.2 yrs
Density781/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

D
Median Income$40,833
Per Capita$21,068
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty27.2%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,500
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units210
Rent Burden28.6%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity40.5%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking19.3%
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation1,033 ft (315 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+78.3%
Graduate+0.9%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute27 min
Broadband75.4%

Is Leasburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leasburg receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Leasburg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leasburg is $40,833, 46% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 27.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leasburg is $87,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Leasburg is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Leasburg has a population of 336 with a density of 781 people per square mile. The median age is 34.2 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

336
Total Population
781
People / sq mi
34.2yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Leasburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Leasburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leasburg is $40,833, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 27.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Leasburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,833
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,068

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate27.2%
119% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Leasburg is $87,500, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,500
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden28.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.4%
Housing Units210
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

In Leasburg, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 19.3% are current smokers. 27.5% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep41.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits50.7%

Food & Exercise

Leasburg has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Leasburg vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson303.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 75.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+78.3%
Graduate Degree+0.9%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density781/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

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