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Leisure Lake, MO

Missouri

Leisure Lake is a small town in Missouri with a population of 158. Residents earn $16,403 per year, which is 78% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
158 Population 114/sq mi density
$16,403 Median Income $25,027 per capita
$74,400 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$16,403 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$74,400 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $16,403
78% lower than US avg
Home Value $74,400
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 65.8%
431% higher than US avg

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

People

Population158
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density114/mi²
Male / Female24% / 76%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$16,403
Per Capita$25,027
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty65.8%
Commute33 min

Housing

A
Home Value$74,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units208
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured13.3%
Smoking22.4%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation791 ft (241 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+17.3%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute33 min
Broadband95.1%

Is Leisure Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leisure Lake receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Leisure Lake has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leisure Lake is $16,403, 78% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 65.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leisure Lake is $74,400, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Leisure Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Leisure Lake has a population of 158 with a density of 114 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

158
Total Population
114
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 24.1%
Female 75.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Leisure Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Leisure Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leisure Lake is $16,403, which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 65.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Leisure Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$16,403
78% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,027

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate65.8%
431% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Leisure Lake is $74,400, 74% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,400
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.1%
Housing Units208
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

In Leisure Lake, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.3% of residents lack health insurance. 22.4% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 34.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Leisure Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma11.0%
COPD9.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.4%
60% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity34.1%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress16.7%
Short Sleep39.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate47.7%
Uninsured13.3%
55% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits50.6%

Food & Exercise

Leisure Lake has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall3.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation791 ft (241 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density114/sq mi
Coordinates40.1103°N, 93.7280°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
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 54.2-point margin. 95.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+17.3%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density114/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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