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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $53,472 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,741 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $859 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,738 |
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.0% |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 498 |
| County GDP | $797M |
| Restaurants | 38 |
| Healthcare | 60 |
| Retail | 70 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,172 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.28% |
| Commute Time | 26.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.8% |
| Census Median | $169,200 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $246,753 |
| Census Median Rent | $785 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 24.4% |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,172 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.28% |
| Obesity | 40.7% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.5% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 9.1% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.9% |
| Depression | 28.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.5% |
| Premature Death | 12,681/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 30.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 60 |
| Total Violent | 584.2/100K |
| 54% above US avg | |
| Murder | 97.4/100K |
| 1446% above US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 486.9/100K |
| Total Property | 4,965.9/100K |
| 153% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,168.5/100K |
| Theft | 3,408.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 389.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 59.7°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 57.1 inches |
| 50% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 589 ft (180 m) |
| Area | 6.3 sq mi (16.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 129/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.1786°N, 85.7779°W |
| County FIPS | 01019 |
Winner: Republican by 75.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.2% |
| 49% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.2% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 129/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 83.6% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 60 |
| Restaurants | 38 |
| Retail Stores | 70 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 26.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.8% |