Median Income
$60,893
19% lower than US avg
Home Value
$94,000
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$772
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.5%
23% lower than US avg
How Leetonia Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,900
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density841/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
B+
Median Income$60,893
Per Capita$31,894
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$4,813M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$94,000
Rent$772
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$170,643
Health
Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation1,074 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute24 min
Libraries7
Is Leetonia a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Leetonia receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Leetonia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Leetonia is $60,893, 19% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Leetonia is $94,000, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $772 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Leetonia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Leetonia has a population of 1,900 with a density of 841 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%), with 1.6% Hispanic.
Population
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.9% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
The median household income in Leetonia is $60,893, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,893 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,894 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $948 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,859 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.5% |
| 23% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,244 |
| County GDP | $4,813M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 179 |
| Healthcare | 241 |
| Retail | 321 |
| Manufacturing | 166 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,728 |
| 7% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.97% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.7 min |
| Work from Home | 9.6% |
The median home value in Leetonia is $94,000, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $772 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $170,643.
Home Values
| Census Median | $94,000 |
| 67% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $170,643 |
| Median List Price | $117,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $117,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $165 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.1% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 3 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $772 |
| 34% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,728 |
| 7% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.97% |
In Leetonia, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Leetonia vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.1% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.4% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.0% |
| Depression | 26.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 10,611/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 241 |
Crime Rates: Leetonia vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
Safety Score
Leetonia has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,074 ft (327 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 841/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8788°N, 80.7629°W |
| County FIPS | 39029 |