Leesport, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Leesport is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,208. Residents earn $96,500 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,208 Population 3,025/sq mi density
$96,500 Median Income $39,820 per capita
$199,700 Home Value $356,768 Zillow
$988 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$96,500 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$199,700 home value, $988/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,500
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $199,700
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $988
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,208
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density3,025/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,500
Per Capita$39,820
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$26,580M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$199,700
Rent$988
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$356,768

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Elevation278 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+88.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute20 min
EV Stations5
Libraries25

Is Leesport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leesport receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Leesport stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leesport is $96,500, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leesport is $199,700, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $988 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Leesport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Leesport has a population of 2,208 with a density of 3,025 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

2,208
Total Population
3,025
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.2%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Leesport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.5%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Leesport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leesport is $96,500, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Leesport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,500
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,820
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$73,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,917
County GDP$26,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants774
Healthcare964
Retail1,095
Manufacturing461

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Work from Home11.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Leesport is $199,700, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $988 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $356,768.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$199,700
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$356,768
Median List Price$470,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$470,000
$/Sq Ft$225
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio103.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$988
15% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Rate3.70%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Premature Death7,368/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access86.2%
Healthcare Facilities964

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Leesport has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation278 ft (85 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density3,025/sq mi
Coordinates40.4444°N, 75.9672°W
County FIPS42011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 12.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+88.9%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,025/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities964
Restaurants774
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Work from Home11.2%

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