Leawood, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $109,432

46% higher than US avg

Home Value $253,300

10% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 47.2%

40% higher than US avg

Median Rent $631

46% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.2%

16% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.6%

83% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.2%

90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population606

Median Age50.1 yrs

Density493/mi²

Male / Female46% / 54%

Largest GroupWhite 92%

Veterans11.5%

Economy

A+

Median Income$109,432

Per Capita$62,245

Unemployment0.6%

Poverty1.2%

Commute16 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$253,300

Rent$631

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$322,804

Housing Units333

Rent Burden26.8%

Health

Obesity37.2%

Uninsured8.2%

Smoking16.3%

Depression26.4%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain44.7 in/yr

Sunny Days255/yr

Elevation1,020 ft (311 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+47.2%

High School+96.2%

Graduate+14.4%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute16 min

Broadband92.1%

Is Leawood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leawood receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Leawood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leawood is $109,432, which is significantly higher than the national average — 46% above $75,149. This places Leawood among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leawood is $253,300, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $631 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Leawood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 255 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Leawood has a population of 606 with a density of 493 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 50.1 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.1% female and 45.9% male. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 4.3% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.5% of residents. 11.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 9.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 93.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

606

Total Population

493

People / sq mi

50.1yrs

Median Age

29% above US avg

1.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%

Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Leawood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	97.5%
	24% above US avg
Spanish	2.5%
	81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Leawood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leawood is $109,432, which is 46% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $62,245 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Leawood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$109,432
	46% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$62,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.6%
	83% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.2%
	90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	15.8 min
Drive Alone	86.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Leawood is $253,300, 10% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $322,804, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $631 (46% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 333 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1979. 26.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$253,300
	10% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$322,804

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$631
	46% below US avg
Rent Burden	26.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	94.6%
Housing Units	333
Median Year Built	1979

Property Tax

In Leawood, 37.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 32.1% have high blood pressure. 16.3% are current smokers. 17.5% report binge drinking. 26.5% are physically inactive. 26.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.8% experience frequent mental distress. 8.2% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.2%
	16% above US avg
Diabetes	9.9%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	32.1%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	7.2%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.3%
	16% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.5%
Physical Inactivity	26.5%
Depression	26.4%
Mental Distress	18.8%
Physical Distress	13.5%
Short Sleep	37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.2%
Uninsured	8.2%
	5% below US avg
Checkup Rate	76.4%
Dental Visits	61.2%

Food & Exercise

Leawood enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches. The area receives 1.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,020 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	56.9°F
	5% above US avg
January Average	32°F (0°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	255 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	44.7 inches
	18% above US avg
Snowfall	1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,020 ft (311 m)
Area	1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density	493/sq mi
Coordinates	37.0370°N, 94.4969°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	32°F (0°C)	1.7 in	Coldest, Driest
February	38°F (3°C)	2.2 in
March	47°F (9°C)	3.7 in
April	57°F (14°C)	4.2 in
May	65°F (19°C)	4.9 in
June	74°F (23°C)	5.2 in	Wettest
July	79°F (26°C)	3.2 in	Warmest
August	78°F (26°C)	3.9 in
September	70°F (21°C)	5.2 in
October	59°F (15°C)	3.9 in
November	47°F (8°C)	3.9 in
December	37°F (3°C)	2.8 in

Leawood has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 32°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.2") and January the driest (1.7").

47.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 40% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. 14.4% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 92.1% of households have broadband internet access. 86.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	47.2%
	40% above US avg
High School+	96.2%
Graduate Degree+	14.4%
School Test Score	5.51

A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	493/sq mi
Total Area	1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	92.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	15.8 min
Drive Alone	86.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Leawood

What is the population of Leawood?

Leawood has a population of 606 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 493 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.1% female and 45.9% male.

Is Leawood expensive to live in?

Leawood is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $109,432, 46% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $253,300 (10% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $631 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Leawood?

Leawood enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches, with 1.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Leawood?

The job market in Leawood is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 4.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Leawood?

The median home value in Leawood is $253,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $322,804. For renters, the median monthly rent is $631. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Leawood?

Schools in Leawood score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 47.2% of adults in Leawood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. 14.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Leawood?

The obesity rate in Leawood is 37.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.3% of adults are smokers. 26.5% are physically inactive. 26.4% of residents report depression. 8.2% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Leawood?

The average commute in Leawood is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Leawood?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Leawood is 92.4% White, 4.3% Hispanic or Latino. 97.5% of residents speak only English at home. 11.5% of the population are military veterans. 9.5% of residents have a disability. 93.2% have health insurance coverage.

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