Median Income
$68,068
9% lower than US avg
Home Value
$89,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.6%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$638
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.1%
59% lower than US avg
How Leigh Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population451
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density752/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
A
Median Income$68,068
Per Capita$35,280
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$1,023M
Commute16 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$89,000
Rent$638
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$263,732
Health
Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Elevation1,588 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.6%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute16 min
Libraries4
Is Leigh a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Leigh receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Leigh stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Leigh is $68,068, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Leigh is $89,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $638 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Leigh experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Leigh has a population of 451 with a density of 752 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 1.1% Hispanic.
Population
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.0% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.0% |
| 70% below US avg |
The median household income in Leigh is $68,068, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $68,068 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,280 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,033 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,571 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.1% |
| 59% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 312 |
| County GDP | $1,023M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 19 |
| Healthcare | 15 |
| Retail | 41 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,514 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.95% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 15.9 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |
The median home value in Leigh is $89,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $638 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $263,732.
Home Values
| Census Median | $89,000 |
| 68% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $263,732 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $638 |
| 45% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,514 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.95% |
In Leigh, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.4% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Leigh vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.0% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.6% |
| Asthma | 9.2% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.8% |
| Depression | 17.4% |
| Mental Distress | 14.8% |
| Physical Distress | 11.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.2% |
| Premature Death | 4,195/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 15 |
Crime Rates: Leigh vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Leigh has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 48.7°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,588 ft (484 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 752/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.7033°N, 97.2407°W |
| County FIPS | 31037 |