Median Income $114,250

52% higher than US avg

Home Value $635,600

125% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 55.9%

66% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.8%

1% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.3%

89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population393

Median Age63.2 yrs

Density401/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 88%

Veterans9.7%

Economy

A+

Median Income$114,250

Per Capita$71,102

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty1.3%

County GDP$855M

Commute24 min

Housing

B+

Home Value$635,600

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$1,106,252

Housing Units389

Health

Obesity31.8%

Uninsured5.4%

Smoking11.0%

Depression26.3%

Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain32.9 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation600 ft (183 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+55.9%

High School+99.7%

Graduate+9.6%

School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%

Commute24 min

Broadband89.1%

EV Stations1

Libraries5

Is Leland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leland receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Leland 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 is $114,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 52% above $75,149. This places Leland among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leland is $635,600, making it a premium housing market at 125% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Leland is a highly educated community — 55.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Leland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches, including 91.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Leland has a population of 393 with a density of 401 people per square mile. The median age is 63.2 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.5%).

Population

393

Total Population

401

People / sq mi

63.2yrs

Median Age

62% above US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%

Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Leland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Leland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leland is $114,250, which is 52% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Leland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$114,250
	52% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$71,102
Avg Weekly Wage	$826
IRS Avg AGI	$79,571

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.3%
	89% below US avg
Establishments (County)	599
County GDP	$855M

Business (County)

Restaurants	60
Healthcare	51
Retail	98
Manufacturing	41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,941
	155% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.1 min
Drive Alone	57.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	37.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Leland is $635,600, 125% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,106,252.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$635,600
	125% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$1,106,252

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$807
1 Bedroom	$891
2 Bedrooms	$1,113
3 Bedrooms	$1,419
4 Bedrooms	$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	84.2%
Housing Units	389
Median Year Built	1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,941
	155% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.41%

In Leland, 31.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.4% of residents lack health insurance. 11.0% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 17.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.8%
	1% below US avg
Diabetes	7.8%
Heart Disease	4.8%
High Blood Pressure	28.0%
Asthma	10.6%
COPD	5.1%
Cancer	7.9%
Stroke	2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.0%
	21% below US avg
Binge Drinking	20.2%
Physical Inactivity	17.5%
Depression	26.3%
Mental Distress	16.4%
Physical Distress	10.7%
Short Sleep	29.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.0%
Uninsured	5.4%
	37% below US avg
Checkup Rate	78.0%
Dental Visits	75.8%
Premature Death	7,259/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.4/10
Exercise Access	74.1%
Healthcare Facilities	51

Leland has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.9 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	45.3°F
	16% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	32.9 inches
	14% below US avg
Snowfall	91.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	600 ft (183 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density	401/sq mi
Coordinates	45.0214°N, 85.7571°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County FIPS	26009

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 55.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.8-point margin. 89.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.3%

D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 23.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	55.9%
	66% above US avg
High School+	99.7%
Graduate Degree+	9.6%
School Test Score	5.23

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	401/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	89.1%
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	51
Restaurants	60
Retail Stores	98

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.1 min
Drive Alone	57.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	37.6%

Leland, MI

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

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Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Leland a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

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Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Leland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Leland vs U.S. Average

Income: Leland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

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Commute & Transportation

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