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Leggett, CA

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Leggett is a small town in California with a population of 44. Residents earn $15,859 per year, which is 79% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
44 Population 16/sq mi density
$15,859 Median Income $13,727 per capita
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$15,859 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $15,859
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.4%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

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

People

Population44
Median Age57.2 yrs
Density16/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans44.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$15,859
Per Capita$13,727
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$4,693M
Commute7 min

Health

Obesity31.4%
Uninsured12.5%
Smoking18.3%
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation820 ft (250 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+68.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 61%
Commute7 min
Broadband35.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Leggett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leggett receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Leggett offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leggett is $15,859, 79% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Leggett experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Leggett has a population of 44 with a density of 16 people per square mile. The median age is 57.2 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75%), with 25% Hispanic.

Population

44
Total Population
16
People / sq mi
57.2yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.6%
Female 36.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Leggett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Leggett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leggett is $15,859, which is 79% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Leggett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$15,859
79% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,727
Avg Weekly Wage$1,037
IRS Avg AGI$67,138

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,522
County GDP$4,693M

Business (County)

Restaurants336
Healthcare265
Retail403
Manufacturing123

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.0 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home63.2%

Walkability

In Leggett, 31.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 12.5% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 27.3% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.4%
2% below US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.4%
Cancer6.0%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress16.6%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured12.5%
45% above US avg
Checkup Rate64.8%
Dental Visits53.7%
Premature Death10,093/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access68.8%
Healthcare Facilities265
Leggett has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.2 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation820 ft (250 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates39.8635°N, 123.7252°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 26.8-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 34.5%
D 61.3%

Winner: Democrat by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+68.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density16/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities265
Restaurants336
Retail Stores403

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.0 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home63.2%

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