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Leming, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Leming is a small town in Texas with a population of 898. Residents earn $93,321 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
898 Population 186/sq mi density
$93,321 Median Income $23,157 per capita
$137,500 Home Value
71°F Avg Temperature 312 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$93,321 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,500 home value
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,321
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.7%
95% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.5%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population898
Median Age32.6 yrs
Density186/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 43%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$93,321
Per Capita$23,157
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$1,705M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units375
Rent Burden25.5%

Health

Obesity43.5%
Uninsured31.4%
Smoking14.0%
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain29.7 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation472 ft (144 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.7%
High School+81.5%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 23%
Commute25 min
Broadband96.8%
Libraries4

Is Leming a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leming receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Leming offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leming is $93,321, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leming is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Leming has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Leming has a population of 898 with a density of 186 people per square mile. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (43%), with 5.7% Hispanic.

Population

898
Total Population
186
People / sq mi
32.6yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Leming vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only61.3%
22% below US avg
Spanish38.7%
189% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Leming vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leming is $93,321, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Leming vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,321
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$23,157
Avg Weekly Wage$993
IRS Avg AGI$89,351

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)918
County GDP$1,705M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare72
Retail102
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,262
107% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone63.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Leming is $137,500, 51% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$145
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.5%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.8%
Housing Units375
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,262
107% above US avg
Effective Rate5.28%
In Leming, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 20.6% report depression. 37.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.5%
36% above US avg
Diabetes15.3%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma8.9%
COPD5.7%
Cancer5.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity37.3%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep39.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.3%
Uninsured31.4%
265% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.7%
Dental Visits44.5%
Premature Death8,131/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access65.5%
Healthcare Facilities72
Leming has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.7 inches. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average71.1°F
32% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.7 inches
22% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation472 ft (144 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.5 km²)
Population Density186/sq mi
Coordinates29.0683°N, 98.4722°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48493
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 1.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.7-point margin. 96.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.9%

Winner: Republican by 53.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.7%
95% below US avg
High School+81.5%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density186/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants85
Retail Stores102

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone63.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

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