North Dakota · Metropolitan Area
Leonard is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 244. Residents earn $72,917 per year, which is 3% below the national average.
Based on current data, Leonard receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Leonard stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Leonard is $72,917, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Leonard is $158,100, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $580 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Leonard has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.2 inches, including 36.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $72,917 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $40,409 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,285 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $99,188 |
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 9,494 |
| County GDP | $19,105M |
| Restaurants | 480 |
| Healthcare | 610 |
| Retail | 678 |
| Manufacturing | 197 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,730 |
| 149% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.52% |
| Commute Time | 27.3 min |
| Work from Home | 4.1% |
| Census Median | $158,100 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $255,007 |
| Census Median Rent | $580 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
| Owner-Occupied | 80.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,730 |
| 149% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.52% |
| Obesity | 33.4% |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.6% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 4.4% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 23.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.3% |
| Depression | 23.7% |
| Mental Distress | 13.4% |
| Physical Distress | 9.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 98.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.0% |
| Premature Death | 6,730/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 610 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 41.1°F |
| 24% below US avg | |
| January Average | 8°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 24.2 inches |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 36.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,051 ft (320 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 325/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.6523°N, 97.2499°W |
| County FIPS | 38017 |
Winner: Republican by 8.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.3% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.74 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 325/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 8 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 610 |
| Restaurants | 480 |
| Retail Stores | 678 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 27.3 min |
| Work from Home | 4.1% |