Leonard, ND

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.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
244 Population 325/sq mi density
$72,917 Median Income $40,409 per capita
$158,100 Home Value $255,007 Zillow
$580 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$72,917 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$158,100 home value, $580/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,917
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $158,100
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.3%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $580
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population244
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density325/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,917
Per Capita$40,409
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$19,105M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$158,100
Rent$580
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,007

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain24.2 in/yr
Elevation1,051 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute27 min
Libraries8

Is Leonard a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Leonard has a population of 244 with a density of 325 people per square mile. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%).

Population

244
Total Population
325
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

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 $72,917, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Leonard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,917
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,409
Avg Weekly Wage$1,285
IRS Avg AGI$99,188

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,494
County GDP$19,105M

Business (County)

Restaurants480
Healthcare610
Retail678
Manufacturing197

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,730
149% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Leonard is $158,100, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $580 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,007.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$158,100
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$255,007

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$580
50% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$769
1 Bedroom$795
2 Bedrooms$965
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,730
149% above US avg
Effective Rate5.52%
In Leonard, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 16.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.4%
Physical Inactivity16.3%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress13.4%
Physical Distress9.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death6,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access89.0%
Healthcare Facilities610

Crime Rates: Leonard vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Leonard has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.2 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall36.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,051 ft (320 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density325/sq mi
Coordinates46.6523°N, 97.2499°W
County FIPS38017
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.3%
D 44.9%

Winner: Republican by 8.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.3%
31% below US avg
High School+93.1%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density325/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities610
Restaurants480
Retail Stores678

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Work from Home4.1%

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