Leesburg, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Cherokee County County
Leesburg, AL
At a Glance
How Leesburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Leesburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Leesburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Leesburg residents earn a median household income of $53,472 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,741. The unemployment rate stands at 2.7% (25% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 498 business establishments, including 38 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Leesburg is $169,200 , 40% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $259,924. Median rent is $785/month, with 24.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1990.
Safety & Crime
Leesburg reports 505 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 33% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,816/100K.
Education
17.2% of adults in Leesburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 86.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 57.1 inches.