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Leonard, MN

Minnesota · Clearwater County

Leonard is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 20. Residents earn $73,125 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
20 Population 43/sq mi density
$73,125 Median Income $23,920 per capita
$106,300 Home Value
39°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,300 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,125
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population20
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density43/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans17.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,125
Per Capita$23,920
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$393M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units13
Rent Burden27.6%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain22.8 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,446 ft (441 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+85.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute36 min
Broadband9.0%
Libraries1

Is Leonard a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leonard is $73,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leonard is $106,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Leonard has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Leonard has a population of 20 with a density of 43 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

20
Total Population
43
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60%
Female 40%

Race & Ethnicity

Leonard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Leonard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leonard is $73,125, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Leonard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,125
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,920
Avg Weekly Wage$1,116
IRS Avg AGI$60,554

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)231
County GDP$393M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare17
Retail37
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,300
34% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Leonard is $106,300, 62% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,300
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.8%
Housing Units13
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,300
34% below US avg
Effective Rate2.16%
Leonard has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.8 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.3°F
27% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.8 inches
40% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,446 ft (441 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density43/sq mi
Coordinates47.6498°N, 95.2642°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyClearwater County County
County FIPS27029
Leonard is located in Clearwater County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.1-point margin. 9.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.4%
D 24.3%

Winner: Republican by 50.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+85.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density43/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi
CountyClearwater County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access9.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants20
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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