Leona, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Leona is a small town in Kansas with a population of 49. Residents earn $40,313 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
49 Population 817/sq mi density
$40,313 Median Income $12,776 per capita
53°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$40,313 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,313
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 40.0%
223% higher than US avg

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

People

Population49
Median Age27.9 yrs
Density817/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans35.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,313
Per Capita$12,776
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty40.0%
County GDP$352M
Commute28 min

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain36.8 in/yr
Elevation943 ft (287 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+38.2%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute28 min
Broadband11.0%
Libraries4

Is Leona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leona receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Leona faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leona is $40,313, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 40.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Education

2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 38.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Leona experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches, including 21.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Leona has a population of 49 with a density of 817 people per square mile. The median age is 27.9 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

49
Total Population
817
People / sq mi
27.9yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.2%
Female 40.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Leona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Leona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leona is $40,313, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 40.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Leona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,313
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,776
Avg Weekly Wage$971
IRS Avg AGI$67,094

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate40.0%
223% above US avg
Establishments (County)234
County GDP$352M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare18
Retail16
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,300
34% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Leona has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.8 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall21.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation943 ft (287 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density817/sq mi
Coordinates39.7860°N, 95.3214°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20043
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.6-point margin. 11.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 63.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.9%
91% below US avg
High School+38.2%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density817/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access11.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants8
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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