Home Value $185,500

34% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 45.2%

34% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.9%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.9%

8% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.8%

86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population293

Median Age41.5 yrs

Density132/mi²

Male / Female39% / 61%

Largest GroupWhite 99%

Veterans20.8%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$37,555

Unemployment3.9%

Poverty1.8%

County GDP$1,147M

Commute29 min

Housing

Home Value$185,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units126

Rent Burden23.9%

Health

Obesity35.9%

Uninsured14.0%

Smoking15.8%

Depression25.4%

Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain42.4 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation357 ft (109 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+45.2%

High School+78.2%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%

Commute29 min

Broadband83.0%

Libraries1

Is Leona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leona receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Leona stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leona is $185,500, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 78.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Leona enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Leona has a population of 293 with a density of 132 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

293

Total Population

132

People / sq mi

41.5yrs

Median Age

7% above US avg

2.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.2%

Female 60.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Leona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	83.1%
	6% above US avg
Spanish	16.9%
	26% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Leona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leona is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Leona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$37,555
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,247
IRS Avg AGI	$67,985

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.9%
	8% above US avg
Poverty Rate	1.8%
	86% below US avg
Establishments (County)	424
County GDP	$1,147M

Business (County)

Restaurants	48
Healthcare	15
Retail	56
Manufacturing	15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,485
	57% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.1 min
Drive Alone	68.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Leona is $185,500, 34% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$185,500
	34% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	23.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	81.1%
Housing Units	126
Median Year Built	1994

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,485
	57% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.96%

In Leona, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.9%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	10.4%
Heart Disease	5.3%
High Blood Pressure	32.9%
Asthma	11.1%
COPD	6.9%
Cancer	6.9%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.8%
	13% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.3%
Physical Inactivity	26.8%
Depression	25.4%
Mental Distress	20.0%
Physical Distress	13.8%
Short Sleep	39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	64.9%
Uninsured	14.0%
	63% above US avg
Dentists	1:4,052
Mental Health	1:2,756
Checkup Rate	73.3%
Dental Visits	53.5%
Premature Death	12,444/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.6/10
Exercise Access	3.0%
Healthcare Facilities	15

Leona has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	65.7°F
	22% above US avg
January Average	47°F (9°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	42.4 inches
	12% above US avg
Snowfall	0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	357 ft (109 m)
Area	2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density	132/sq mi
Coordinates	31.1537°N, 95.9760°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48289

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 45.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 76.7-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.1%

D 11.4%

Winner: Republican by 76.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	45.2%
	34% above US avg
High School+	78.2%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	132/sq mi
Total Area	2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	83.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	15
Restaurants	48
Retail Stores	56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	14
FEMA Disaster Declarations	182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.1 min
Drive Alone	68.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.5%

Leona, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Leona a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Leona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Leona vs U.S. Average

Income: Leona 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: Leona 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

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