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Leesburg, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Leesburg is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 275. Residents earn $60,278 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
275 Population 156/sq mi density
$60,278 Median Income $223,064 per capita
$159,900 Home Value $247,862 Zillow
56°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$60,278 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,900 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,278
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $159,900
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population275
Median Age57.8 yrs
Density156/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$60,278
Per Capita$223,064
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty12.4%
County GDP$7,801M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$247,862
Housing Units204
Rent Burden35.5%

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured10.6%
Smoking16.6%
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+91.9%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute18 min
Broadband94.8%
Libraries13

Is Leesburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leesburg receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. 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 $60,278, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leesburg is $159,900, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Leesburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Leesburg has a population of 275 with a density of 156 people per square mile. The median age is 57.8 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.5%).

Population

275
Total Population
156
People / sq mi
57.8yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.2%
Female 41.8%

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 $60,278, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Leesburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,278
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$223,064
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$89,478

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,020
County GDP$7,801M

Business (County)

Restaurants889
Healthcare236
Retail613
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.6 min
Drive Alone43.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home34.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Leesburg is $159,900, 43% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $247,862.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,900
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$247,862

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden35.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.3%
Housing Units204
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Rate5.16%
In Leesburg, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 19.3% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep41.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Uninsured10.6%
23% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,876
Dentists1:1,678
Mental Health1:733
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits60.5%
Premature Death9,176/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access92.0%
Healthcare Facilities236
Leesburg has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density156/sq mi
Coordinates39.2626°N, 74.9819°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34009
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.3-point margin. 94.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.9%
D 39.7%

Winner: Republican by 19.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.5%
75% below US avg
High School+91.9%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score6.24
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density156/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.8%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities236
Restaurants889
Retail Stores613

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.6 min
Drive Alone43.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home34.6%

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