Leland Grove, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Leland Grove is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,595. Residents earn $126,944 per year, which is 69% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,595 Population 2,532/sq mi density
$126,944 Median Income $98,633 per capita
$261,500 Home Value $316,855 Zillow
$1,227 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$126,944 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$261,500 home value, $1,227/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
67.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $126,944
69% higher than US avg
Home Value $261,500
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 67.1%
99% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,227
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,595
Median Age52.2 yrs
Density2,532/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$126,944
Per Capita$98,633
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$15,669M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$261,500
Rent$1,227
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$316,855

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Elevation563 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+67.1%
High School+97.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute14 min
Libraries13

Is Leland Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leland Grove receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Leland Grove stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leland Grove is $126,944, which is significantly higher than the national average — 69% above $75,149. This places Leland Grove among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leland Grove is $261,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,227 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Leland Grove is a highly educated community — 67.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Leland Grove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Leland Grove has a population of 1,595 with a density of 2,532 people per square mile. The median age is 52.2 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%), with 1.4% Black.

Population

1,595
Total Population
2,532
People / sq mi
52.2yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Leland Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Leland Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leland Grove is $126,944, which is 69% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Leland Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$126,944
69% above US avg
Per Capita Income$98,633
Avg Weekly Wage$1,334
IRS Avg AGI$83,001

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,970
County GDP$15,669M

Business (County)

Restaurants544
Healthcare489
Retail672
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,281
108% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.4 min
Work from Home19.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Leland Grove is $261,500, 7% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,227 (6% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $316,855.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$261,500
7% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$316,855
Median List Price$509,800

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$509,800
$/Sq Ft$91
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,227
6% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,281
108% above US avg
Effective Rate2.78%
In Leland Grove, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 14.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Leland Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.2%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity14.4%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress9.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.3%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death8,880/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access87.6%
Healthcare Facilities489

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Leland Grove has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation563 ft (172 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density2,532/sq mi
Coordinates39.7787°N, 89.6839°W
County FIPS17167
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 67.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (99% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 46.6%

Winner: Republican by 5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+67.1%
99% above US avg
High School+97.5%
School Test Score5.34
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,532/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities489
Restaurants544
Retail Stores672

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.4 min
Work from Home19.9%

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