Median Income $59,926

20% lower than US avg

Home Value $289,300

3% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 11.6%

66% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.2%

22% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.0%

44% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.2%

91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population342

Median Age49.2 yrs

Density180/mi²

Male / Female44% / 56%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans2.0%

Economy

Median Income$59,926

Per Capita$31,229

Unemployment2.0%

Poverty1.2%

County GDP$1,585M

Commute13 min

Housing

B+

Home Value$289,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$256,762

Housing Units126

Health

Obesity39.2%

Uninsured11.0%

Smoking18.2%

Depression32.7%

Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Sunny Days318/yr

Elevation945 ft (288 m)

Education

Bachelor's+11.6%

High School+90.5%

Graduate+7.4%

School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%

Commute13 min

Broadband84.0%

EV Stations2

Libraries2

Is Leoma a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leoma receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Leoma offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leoma is $59,926, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leoma is $289,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Leoma enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Leoma has a population of 342 with a density of 180 people per square mile. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

342

Total Population

180

People / sq mi

49.2yrs

Median Age

26% above US avg

1.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.6%

Female 56.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Leoma 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

Leoma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leoma is $59,926, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Leoma vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$59,926
	20% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$31,229
Avg Weekly Wage	$880
IRS Avg AGI	$56,896

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.0%
	44% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.2%
	91% below US avg
Establishments (County)	931
County GDP	$1,585M

Business (County)

Restaurants	65
Healthcare	87
Retail	175
Manufacturing	58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,800
	20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	0.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	12.7 min
Drive Alone	71.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Leoma is $289,300, 3% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $256,762.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$289,300
	3% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$256,762

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$882
1 Bedroom	$924
2 Bedrooms	$1,118
3 Bedrooms	$1,445
4 Bedrooms	$1,644

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	89.7%
Housing Units	126
Median Year Built	1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,800
	20% below US avg
Effective Rate	0.97%

In Leoma, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.0% of residents lack health insurance. 18.2% are current smokers. 32.7% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.2%
	22% above US avg
Diabetes	10.8%
Heart Disease	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	35.0%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	7.8%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.2%
	30% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.6%
Physical Inactivity	24.9%
Depression	32.7%
Mental Distress	21.5%
Physical Distress	14.7%
Short Sleep	40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.8%
Uninsured	11.0%
	28% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.5%
Dental Visits	59.4%
Premature Death	12,411/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.8/10
Exercise Access	53.3%
Healthcare Facilities	87

Leoma has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area enjoys 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	58.8°F
	9% above US avg
January Average	38°F (4°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	945 ft (288 m)
Area	1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density	180/sq mi
Coordinates	35.1581°N, 87.3465°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	47099

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.1-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.1%

D 15.1%

Winner: Republican by 69.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	11.6%
	66% below US avg
High School+	90.5%
Graduate Degree+	7.4%
School Test Score	5.08

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	180/sq mi
Total Area	1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	84.0%
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	87
Restaurants	65
Retail Stores	175

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	12.7 min
Drive Alone	71.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Leoma, TN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Leoma a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Leoma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Leoma vs U.S. Average

Income: Leoma 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: Leoma 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

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities