Leonardo, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Leonardo is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 2,342. Residents earn $122,216 per year, which is 63% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,342 Population 3,969/sq mi density
$122,216 Median Income $50,202 per capita
$432,200 Home Value $645,796 Zillow
$1,439 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$122,216 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$432,200 home value, $1,439/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $122,216
63% higher than US avg
Home Value $432,200
53% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.0%
22% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,439
24% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.5%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,342
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density3,969/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$122,216
Per Capita$50,202
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$52,693M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$432,200
Rent$1,439
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$645,796

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.8%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Elevation7 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.0%
High School+98.8%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute36 min
Libraries37

Is Leonardo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leonardo receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Leonardo stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leonardo is $122,216, which is significantly higher than the national average — 63% above $75,149. This places Leonardo among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 2.9% 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 Leonardo is $432,200, making it a premium housing market at 53% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,439 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Leonardo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Leonardo has a population of 2,342 with a density of 3,969 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%).

Population

2,342
Total Population
3,969
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Leonardo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Leonardo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leonardo is $122,216, which is 63% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Leonardo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$122,216
63% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,202
Avg Weekly Wage$1,357
IRS Avg AGI$138,949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)21,968
County GDP$52,693M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,925
Healthcare2,730
Retail2,557
Manufacturing419

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,205
249% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.9 min
Work from Home15.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Leonardo is $432,200, 53% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,439 (24% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $645,796.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$432,200
53% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$645,796
Median List Price$819,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$819,500
$/Sq Ft$465
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.3%
Price Drops60.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,439
24% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,205
249% above US avg
Effective Rate2.82%
In Leonardo, 29.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.8% report depression. 16.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.5%
8% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma8.9%
COPD3.8%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity16.6%
Depression15.8%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress9.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death5,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access95.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,730

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Leonardo has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.5 inches
38% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density3,969/sq mi
Coordinates40.4197°N, 74.0602°W
County FIPS34025
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 41.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.8%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 11.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.0%
22% above US avg
High School+98.8%
School Test Score6.24
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,969/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities2,730
Restaurants1,925
Retail Stores2,557

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.9 min
Work from Home15.4%

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