Leesburg, AL

Alabama

Leesburg is a small town in Alabama with a population of 813. Residents earn $53,472 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
813 Population 129/sq mi density
$53,472 Median Income $32,741 per capita
$169,200 Home Value $246,753 Zillow
$785 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature
584 Violent Crime/100K 4,966 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$53,472 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$169,200 home value, $785/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
584 violent crimes/100K (54% above avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,472
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $169,200
40% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 584/100K
54% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $785
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population813
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density129/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,472
Per Capita$32,741
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$797M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,200
Rent$785
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$246,753
Rent Burden24.4%

Crime

F
Violent584/100K
Property4,966/100K
Murder97.4/100K
Assault487/100K
Burglary1,168/100K

Health

Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.1 in/yr
Elevation589 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+86.2%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute26 min
Broadband83.6%
Libraries1

Is Leesburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leesburg receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Leesburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leesburg is $53,472, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leesburg is $169,200, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $785 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 584 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,966 per 100,000, 153% above the national average.

Education

17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Leesburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Leesburg has a population of 813 with a density of 129 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 4.2% Hispanic.

Population

813
Total Population
129
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
6.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Leesburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Leesburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leesburg is $53,472, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Leesburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,472
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,741
Avg Weekly Wage$859
IRS Avg AGI$58,738

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)498
County GDP$797M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare60
Retail70
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,172
38% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Leesburg is $169,200, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $785 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $246,753.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,200
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$246,753

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$785
33% below US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,172
38% below US avg
Effective Rate1.28%
In Leesburg, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure38.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD9.1%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.1%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death12,681/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access30.0%
Healthcare Facilities60
Leesburg has a violent crime rate of 584 per 100,000 residents, 54% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,966 per 100,000 (153% above US avg). The murder rate is 97.4 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent584.2/100K
54% above US avg
Murder97.4/100K
1446% above US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault486.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,965.9/100K
153% above US avg
Burglary1,168.5/100K
Theft3,408.0/100K
Vehicle Theft389.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Leesburg has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.1 inches
50% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation589 ft (180 m)
Area6.3 sq mi (16.3 km²)
Population Density129/sq mi
Coordinates34.1786°N, 85.7779°W
County FIPS01019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75.5-point margin. 83.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.5%
D 12%

Winner: Republican by 75.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+86.2%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density129/sq mi
Total Area6.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.6%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants38
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

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