Lebo, KS

Kansas

Lebo is a small town in Kansas with a population of 806. Residents earn $63,333 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
806 Population 840/sq mi density
$63,333 Median Income $33,782 per capita
$129,200 Home Value $162,781 Zillow
$880 Median Rent 31.0% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$63,333 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$129,200 home value, $880/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,333
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $129,200
54% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.9%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $880
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population806
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density840/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,333
Per Capita$33,782
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$928M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$129,200
Rent$880
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$162,781
Rent Burden31.0%

Crime

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

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Elevation1,164 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.9%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute28 min
Broadband90.6%
Libraries6

Is Lebo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lebo receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Lebo stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lebo is $63,333, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lebo is $129,200, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $880 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Lebo 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

25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lebo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Lebo has a population of 806 with a density of 840 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.2%), with 4.5% Hispanic.

Population

806
Total Population
840
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.7%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lebo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lebo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lebo is $63,333, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Lebo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,333
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,782
Avg Weekly Wage$1,304
IRS Avg AGI$72,139

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)260
County GDP$928M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare22
Retail43
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,477
29% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.1 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lebo is $129,200, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $880 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $162,781.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,200
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$162,781

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$880
24% below US avg
Rent Burden31.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,477
29% below US avg
Effective Rate1.92%
In Lebo, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death7,566/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access48.9%
Healthcare Facilities22
Lebo 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: Lebo 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
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Lebo has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,164 ft (355 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density840/sq mi
Coordinates38.4162°N, 95.8625°W
County FIPS20031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin. 90.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77%
D 21.3%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.9%
23% below US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score5.80
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density840/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants17
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.1 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

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