Median Income
$68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value
$116,400
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.1%
43% lower than US avg
How Leon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population519
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density721/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans7.0%
Economy
A
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$44,595
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$3,837M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$116,400
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$196,480
Rent Burden19.1%
Health
Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Elevation1,347 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+87.2%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute28 min
Broadband74.8%
Libraries9
Is Leon a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Leon receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Leon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Leon is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Leon is $116,400, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Leon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Leon has a population of 519 with a density of 721 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%), with 1.5% Hispanic.
Population
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.5% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Leon is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $68,750 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $44,595 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $970 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,147 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.1% |
| 43% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,695 |
| County GDP | $3,837M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 118 |
| Healthcare | 178 |
| Retail | 155 |
| Manufacturing | 46 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,424 |
| 84% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.52% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 71.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 11.1% |
The median home value in Leon is $116,400, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,480.
Home Values
| Census Median | $116,400 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $196,480 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $129 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 103.1% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $850 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 19.1% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,424 |
| 84% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.52% |
In Leon, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Leon vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.8% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.0% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.5% |
| Depression | 23.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,909/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 178 |
Crime Rates: Leon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Leon has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 56.5°F |
| 5% above US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.7 inches |
| 2% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 4.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,347 ft (411 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 721/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.6897°N, 96.7838°W |
| County FIPS | 20015 |