Leetsdale, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Leetsdale is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,090. Residents earn $65,368 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,090 Population 1,090/sq mi density
$65,368 Median Income $41,907 per capita
$132,700 Home Value $142,081 Zillow
$963 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
83 Violent Crime/100K 2,888 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,368 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$132,700 home value, $963/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
83 violent crimes/100K (78% below avg)
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,368
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $132,700
53% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 83/100K
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.0%
19% higher than US avg
Median Rent $963
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,090
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density1,090/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,368
Per Capita$41,907
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$8,033M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$132,700
Rent$963
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$142,081

Crime

F
Violent83/100K
Property2,888/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault83/100K
Burglary413/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Elevation713 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.0%
High School+96.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute25 min
Libraries11

Is Leetsdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leetsdale receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Leetsdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leetsdale is $65,368, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leetsdale is $132,700, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $963 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Leetsdale is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 83 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,888 per 100,000, 47% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Leetsdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches, including 19.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Leetsdale has a population of 1,090 with a density of 1,090 people per square mile. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.1%), with 4% Black.

Population

1,090
Total Population
1,090
People / sq mi
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Leetsdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.2%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.8%
42% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Leetsdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leetsdale is $65,368, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Leetsdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,368
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,907
Avg Weekly Wage$1,131
IRS Avg AGI$69,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,586
County GDP$8,033M

Business (County)

Restaurants311
Healthcare472
Retail475
Manufacturing159

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Work from Home13.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Leetsdale is $132,700, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $963 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $142,081.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$132,700
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$142,081

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$963
17% 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-Occupied53.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Effective Rate4.21%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Premature Death9,406/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access86.4%
Healthcare Facilities472
Leetsdale has a violent crime rate of 83 per 100,000 residents, 78% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,888 per 100,000 (47% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent82.5/100K
78% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault82.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,887.8/100K
47% above US avg
Burglary412.5/100K
Theft2,392.7/100K
Vehicle Theft82.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Leetsdale has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall19.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation713 ft (217 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density1,090/sq mi
Coordinates40.5639°N, 80.2160°W
County FIPS42007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 40.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 39.2%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.0%
19% above US avg
High School+96.7%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,090/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities472
Restaurants311
Retail Stores475

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Work from Home13.3%

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