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Leesville, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Leesville is a small town in Ohio with a population of 241. Residents earn $52,143 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
241 Population 927/sq mi density
$52,143 Median Income $25,322 per capita
$70,200 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$52,143 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$70,200 home value
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,143
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $70,200
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.6%
50% higher than US avg

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

People

Population241
Median Age53.8 yrs
Density927/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans20.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,143
Per Capita$25,322
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.6%
County GDP$1,823M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units110
Rent Burden25.9%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking20.8%
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation966 ft (294 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+86.7%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute32 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries3

Is Leesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leesville receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Leesville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leesville is $52,143, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leesville is $70,200, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Leesville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Leesville has a population of 241 with a density of 927 people per square mile. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

241
Total Population
927
People / sq mi
53.8yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Leesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Leesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leesville is $52,143, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Leesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,143
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,322
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$65,443

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.6%
50% above US avg
Establishments (County)556
County GDP$1,823M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare48
Retail58
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,461
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Leesville is $70,200, 75% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,200
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.0%
Housing Units110
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,461
27% above US avg
Effective Rate6.35%
In Leesville, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 20.8% are current smokers. 27.1% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.8%
49% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep42.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits52.8%
Premature Death9,631/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access36.1%
Healthcare Facilities48
Leesville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation966 ft (294 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density927/sq mi
Coordinates40.4521°N, 81.2096°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39019
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.7-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 54.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+86.7%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density927/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants41
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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