Median Income
$81,181
8% higher than US avg
Home Value
$450,000
60% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
29.4%
13% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,600
38% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.6%
71% lower than US avg
How Leeds Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population693
Median Age61.4 yrs
Density110/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
A+
Median Income$81,181
Per Capita$41,861
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$11,555M
Commute23 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$450,000
Rent$1,600
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$635,392
Health
Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain11.6 in/yr
Elevation3,502 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+29.4%
High School+92.6%
School Score5.82
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute23 min
Libraries8
Is Leeds a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Leeds receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Leeds offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Leeds is $81,181, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Leeds is $450,000, making it a premium housing market at 60% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,600 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
29.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Leeds enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Leeds has a population of 693 with a density of 110 people per square mile. The median age is 61.4 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 1.9% Asian.
Population
61.4yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 86.4% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Spanish | 13.6% |
| 1% above US avg |
The median household income in Leeds is $81,181, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $81,181 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $41,861 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $936 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $87,201 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.6% |
| 71% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 8,256 |
| County GDP | $11,555M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 474 |
| Healthcare | 779 |
| Retail | 757 |
| Manufacturing | 228 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,928 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.87% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.3 min |
| Work from Home | 19.2% |
The median home value in Leeds is $450,000, 60% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,600 (38% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $635,392.
Home Values
| Census Median | $450,000 |
| 60% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $635,392 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,600 |
| 38% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $981 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,082 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,313 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,746 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,105 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,928 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.87% |
In Leeds, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 15.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Leeds vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.5% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.1% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 11.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.2% |
| Depression | 27.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.7% |
| Premature Death | 6,937/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 779 |
Crime Rates: Leeds vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Leeds has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 60.8°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 11.6 inches |
| 69% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,502 ft (1,067 m) |
| Area | 6.3 sq mi (16.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 110/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.2372°N, 113.3471°W |
| County FIPS | 49053 |