Leonard, TX

Texas

Leonard is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,468. Residents earn $54,921 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
2,468 Population 1,078/sq mi density
$54,921 Median Income $28,684 per capita
$156,100 Home Value $366,765 Zillow
$1,031 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$54,921 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,100 home value, $1,031/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,921
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $156,100
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,031
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,468
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density1,078/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,921
Per Capita$28,684
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$1,542M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,100
Rent$1,031
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$366,765

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Elevation723 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+81.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute36 min
Libraries3

Is Leonard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leonard receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Leonard offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leonard is $54,921, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average 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 $156,100, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,031 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Leonard enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Leonard has a population of 2,468 with a density of 1,078 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.7%), with 4.2% Hispanic, 2.7% Black.

Population

2,468
Total Population
1,078
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Leonard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.7%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.3%
29% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Leonard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leonard is $54,921, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% 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$54,921
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,684
Avg Weekly Wage$1,067
IRS Avg AGI$66,490

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)635
County GDP$1,542M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare45
Retail84
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,786
65% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.9 min
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Leonard is $156,100, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,031 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $366,765.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,100
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$366,765
Median List Price$385,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$385,000
$/Sq Ft$150
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio92.9%
Price Drops24.0%
Inventory25

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,031
11% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,786
65% above US avg
Effective Rate3.71%
In Leonard, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.7%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death10,352/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access33.6%
Healthcare Facilities45

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Leonard has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average66.0°F
22% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.0 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation723 ft (220 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density1,078/sq mi
Coordinates33.3832°N, 96.2465°W
County FIPS48147
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.3%
D 15.9%

Winner: Republican by 67.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+81.4%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,078/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants39
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.9 min
Work from Home11.0%

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