Median Income
$30,688
59% lower than US avg
Home Value
$109,400
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
31.3%
152% higher than US avg
How Leon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population322
Median Age14.6 yrs
Density1,006/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans7.3%
Economy
C
Median Income$30,688
Per Capita$9,637
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty31.3%
County GDP$1,066M
Commute37 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$109,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$156,750
Health
Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression35.8%
Heart Disease8.3%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.2 in/yr
Elevation690 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+81.5%
School Score4.81
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute37 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries2
Is Leon a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Leon receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Leon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Leon is $30,688, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 31.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Leon is $109,400, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
5.6% 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 4.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Leon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Leon has a population of 322 with a density of 1,006 people per square mile. The median age is 14.6 years, 62% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
14.6yrs
Median Age
62% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Leon is $30,688, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 31.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $30,688 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $9,637 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,018 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,241 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 31.3% |
| 152% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 726 |
| County GDP | $1,066M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 47 |
| Healthcare | 60 |
| Retail | 83 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,365 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.16% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 36.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |
The median home value in Leon is $109,400, 61% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $156,750.
Home Values
| Census Median | $109,400 |
| 61% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $156,750 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,365 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.16% |
In Leon, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 35.8% report depression. 37.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Leon vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.7% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.7% |
| Heart Disease | 8.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.3% |
| Asthma | 14.0% |
| COPD | 12.0% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.2% |
| Depression | 35.8% |
| Mental Distress | 25.9% |
| Physical Distress | 19.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.2% |
| Premature Death | 11,780/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 52.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 60 |
Crime Rates: Leon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Leon has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.2 inches |
| 22% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 690 ft (210 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,006/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.7481°N, 81.9545°W |
| County FIPS | 54035 |