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Leota, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Leota is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 139. Residents earn $56,563 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
139 Population 91/sq mi density
$56,563 Median Income $29,701 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
43°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,563 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,563
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population139
Median Age34.3 yrs
Density91/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans100.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,563
Per Capita$29,701
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.7%
County GDP$992M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units69
Rent Burden30.3%

Health

Obesity36.9%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking16.5%
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,680 ft (512 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+94.9%
Graduate+5.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute21 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries1

Is Leota a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leota receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Leota offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leota is $56,563, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leota is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Leota has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.1 inches, including 46.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Leota has a population of 139 with a density of 91 people per square mile. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.6%).

Population

139
Total Population
91
People / sq mi
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Leota vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Leota vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leota is $56,563, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Leota vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,563
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,701
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$78,379

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)328
County GDP$992M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare29
Retail29
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,047
13% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Leota is $125,000, 56% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.2%
Housing Units69
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,047
13% below US avg
Effective Rate2.44%
In Leota, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep29.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,076
Dentists1:3,179
Mental Health1:455
Checkup Rate71.8%
Dental Visits67.9%
Premature Death6,748/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access57.6%
Healthcare Facilities29
Leota has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.1 inches
21% below US avg
Snowfall46.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,680 ft (512 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density91/sq mi
Coordinates43.8264°N, 96.0242°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27133
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.3-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.8%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 39.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+94.9%
Graduate Degree+5.0%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density91/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants18
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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